Naima

At a glance

Naima, is a 1962 Iraqi movie, directed by Abdel-Jabar Wali, and starring سلمان جوهر, خولة عبدالرحمن. with a runtime of 64 minutes.

Overview

Naima is an Iraqi romantic comedy set against the enchanting backdrop of the southern Iraqi marshlands. The film follows the blossoming love story between the young man Khanijer and the girl Naima, weaving their romance into a vivid portrait of popular life in the Ahwar wetlands — a UNESCO-listed landscape rich in tradition and character. The film balances tender romance with warm comic situations that reflect the distinct cultural fabric of southern Iraq.

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