The film director Qasim was born in the city of Basra in southern Iraq in the year 1940. He started in the theater and worked in journalism, television, radio, and theater. In 1966, he founded, along with some friends, the foundation "Afalam AlYawm," which produced the film "Al-Haris," for which he wrote the story and played the role of Qasim himself. The film was directed by the renowned artist Khalil Shouk. In 1970, he joined the ranks of the Palestinian resistance in Beirut, establishing a film unit and directing several films, including "Al-Nahr Al-Barid," "Bayyutna Al-Sagheera," "Limaathana Hamal Al-Silaah," and "Lan Tuskit Al-Banadiq." In 1976, he returned to Iraq and directed his documentary film "Al-Ahwar," followed by his first narrative film, "Bayut Fil Dhalik Al-Zakaq." He then left Iraq to live in exile.
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2018 · director
Baghdad Outside Baghdad
2013 · writer · director
Palestinian Identity
1984 · writer · director
Return to Haifa
1982 · director · writer · ⭐ 7.0
Houses in That Alley
1978 · writer · director · ⭐ 7.0
The Marshes
1976 · director
A Word, A Gun
1973 · director
The Rifles will not be Silent
1973 · director
The Cold River
1971 · director
The Watchman
1967 · actor
How old is Kassem Hawal?
Kassem Hawal is 86 years old.
When was Kassem Hawal born?
Kassem Hawal was born on June 1, 1940.
What is Kassem Hawal's nationality?
Kassem Hawal is Iraq.
How many works has Kassem Hawal appeared in?
Kassem Hawal has 10 credited works in our database.
What is Kassem Hawal known for?
Kassem Hawal is known for Sound, The Marshes, The Cold River, A Word, A Gun.
Where was Kassem Hawal born?
Kassem Hawal was born in Baghdad, Iraq.
