Abdelmajid Lakhal
Tunisian actor and director
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
September 27th, 2014
10 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Tunisia
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Contributed to Tunisian cinema as both an actor and director. Directed and starred in various films. Known for playing significant roles in movies that explored social themes and cultural narratives. Also worked in television, enhancing the landscape of Tunisian performing arts. Participated in numerous theatrical productions, showcasing talent in both acting and directing.
Directed and starred in notable Tunisian films
Participated in significant television dramas
Engaged in theatrical productions in Tunisia
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