Cinemed 2025: Iraq Seeks Global Partners to Rebuild Its Film Industry

With a new €3.5 million film fund and no more state censorship, Iraq is laying the groundwork for a cinematic revival.

Oct 23, 2025

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Once a vibrant film-producing country, Iraq is stepping back into the spotlight. At the 47th edition of the Cinemed Festival in Montpellier—where Syria was officially in focus—Iraq took the opportuni…

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