Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness

At a glance

Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness, is a 2008 Iraqi movie, directed by Mohamed Al Daradji. with a runtime of 83 minutes.

Overview

Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness is a documentary that follows Baghdad-born director Mohamed Al-Daradji as he returns to his homeland in 2003 after a decade in exile, determined to shoot Ahlaam — only the second feature film to be made in post-Saddam Iraq. The film captures Al-Daradji's idealistic pursuit of his cinematic vision amid the chaos, danger, and unpredictability of a country in the throes of violent transformation. Told in an improvised style that mirrors the turbulence on screen, the documentary lays bare the extraordinary risks facing filmmakers in so-called liberated Iraq while celebrating the enduring resilience of the Iraqi people. A gripping portrait of artistic courage under fire, the film stands as a vital testament to the power of cinema in the face of overwhelming adversity.

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