Abdelmajid Lakhal

Tunisian actor and director

Abdelmajid Lakhal - Performers & Entertainers born 1939
Born

1939
86 years ago

Died
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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