Regret – Calm Cinema Company

Logline

In a deeply traditional Iraqi village, a young boy raised under strict social norms dares to defy his destiny, chasing a dream that society considers taboo — filmmaking.

Theme:

REGRET is a heartfelt narrative about identity, artistic freedom, familial tension, and self-determination — a universally resonant story told through a uniquely Iraqi lens.

الفكرة الرئيسية

في قرية عراقية تقليدية صارمة، يجرؤ فتى صغير نشأ تحت قيود اجتماعية قاسية على تحدي مصيره، ساعياً وراء حلم تعتبره مجتمعه من المحرمات — صناعة الأفلام.

السمة العامة

ندم» حكاية مؤثرة عن الهوية، وحرية التعبير الفني، والتوتر العائلي، وتقرير المصير — قصة إنسانية بامتياز تُروى من خلال عدسة عراقية خالصة

REGRET MOVIE IN WORLDWIDE THEATERS

WORLD WIDE

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CAST

A selection of Iraq›s most influential and talented actors bring REGRET to life. With a combined social media following of over 25 million, the cast›s reach enhances the film’s promotional potential.

طاقم التمثيل

يُحيي فيلم “ندم” نخبة من أبرز وأهم نجوم التمثيل في العراق. بفضل حضورهم القوي وموهبتهم اللافتة، نجحوا في تقديم قصة الفيلم بكل عمق وإحساس. ويتمتع طاقم العمل مجتمعًا بقاعدة جماهيرية تتجاوز 25 مليون متابع على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، مما يمنح الفيلم قوة ترويجية هائلة ويعزز من انتشاره وتأثيره.

Bakr Khald

Nizar

Sara Aws

Noor

Ruqayyah Salah

Little Noor

Baraa Alzubidi

Nada

Anaam Alrobaye

Muna

Muhanad Sattar

Muhanad

Sandy Jamal

Hala

Laith Haydar

Fikrat

Taym Yahay

Faris

Mahmood Farouq

Little Faris

Haitham Alaamry

Event Presenter

Arez Subhi

Murad

Muhannad Baban

Youssef the Barber

Valla Sardar

Event Singer

Fawzya Hasan

Midwife

Jabbar Judi

Samer the Director

Joud Mohammad

Little Farah

Voices on Regret

Following the exclusive premiere of Regret, some of Iraq’s most respected filmmakers, critics, and media personalities shared their impressions. Their words reflect the emotional impact, technical excellence, and cultural significance of a film that’s being hailed as a turning point in modern Iraqi cinema.

آراء حول فيلم ندم

بعد العرض الخاص الحصري لفيلم ندم، شارك نخبة من أبرز المخرجين والنقاد والإعلاميين في العراق انطباعاتهم عن العمل. كلماتهم تعكس التأثير العاطفي، والجودة الفنية، والأهمية الثقافية لفيلم يُعتبر محطة مفصلية في مسيرة السينما العراقية المعاصرة.

Regret delivers a powerful message to every Iraqi household—encouraging children to chase their dreams. An emotional, tear-jerking experience I highly recommend.

Gullzar Media Presenter

A lighthearted, beautifully crafted film that presents comedy with elegance and professionalism. It touched me deeply and marks a stepping stone for Arab cinema to go global — delivering a powerful message about perseverance and chasing one’s dreams.

Nabaa Hassan Actress

An expertly handled portrayal of women’s issues in Arab societies. The message is accessible, sincere, and restores faith in meaningful Arab productions.

Sura Khatoon Actress

Brilliant directing, strong performances from first-time actors, and breathtaking visuals. Regret breaks away from past technical flaws in Iraqi films and presents a work of international quality.

Mahdi Abbas Film Critic

Regret is the most mature commercial Iraqi film of the past decade. A must-watch for families—it could spark a positive wave that restores trust in Iraqi cinema and its stars.

Essam Al-Shammari Iraqi Director

A cinematic gem by CC Film. A bold step that marks the return of true cinema to Iraq—one that future generations will remember.

Ali Mahdi Iraqi Media Personality & Actor

From the very first scene, Regret pulls you in with visuals and sound on par with international productions. A heartfelt family film that delivers its message with simplicity and beauty.

Husnain Al-Hani Iraqi Director

A great and enjoyable film. Regret overcomes the challenge of presenting a social drama by keeping the viewer fully engaged. It brings cinematic storytelling back to life.

Aws Fadhel Actor

A bold new experience that deserves the full support of the artistic community. It tackles a critical social issue with beauty and grace.

Wathab Al-Sakr Director

A profound message and a cinematic leap for both Iraqi and Arab cinema. It blended family emotion, sibling bonds, and the clash between dreams and reality in a touching way.

Ahmad Al-Murshidi Poet

Regret warmed my heart. It’s a vital experience I strongly recommend to every Arab family. It brought back memories of my childhood and early challenges in filmmaking.

Hussein Hafidh Actor

From the moment I saw the trailer, I wondered if this would be a breakthrough for Iraqi cinema — and it truly was. The film goes beyond expectations and touches real, lived stories. It shifted my loyalty from global cinema to Iraqi cinema.

Jawad Adel Poet

A complete cinematic experience in direction and performance. Regret raised the bar for future Iraqi films. The story resonated deeply with me as an actor.

Tahrir Al-Asadi Actor

I entered expecting a typical Arab production, but left stunned by the film’s greatness. It exceeded all expectations and will be a milestone for filmmaking in the region. Regret condensed a lifetime of losses into one powerful word.

Safaa Al-Samt Poet