Empowering Iraqi Creativity: Wadee Al Handal's Presence at 38th Cinema and Television Festival

Wadeea Al Handal, Chairman of Al Handal International Group, recently attended the opening ceremony of the 38th edition of the Cinema and Television Department Festival. The event was held at the College of Fine Arts, University of Baghdad, and was graced by the presence of the #university president, Dr. Bahaa Ibraheem Ansaf, and the dean of the college, Mudhad Ajel.

Al Handal's participation underscores the unwavering commitment to supporting the local cultural scene. Through initiatives such as the Empowerment Fund, they have played a pivotal role in revitalizing the cultural landscape of Iraq, including the rehabilitation of the College of Fine Arts cinema, which served as the venue for the festival's events.

The festival showcased an array of short films crafted by students from the cinema department, highlighting their prowess in writing, directing, and producing. In addition to celebrating emerging talent, the event also honored Teachers' Day, recognizing the invaluable contributions of the faculty at the College of Fine Arts.