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Michel Boujenah
Michel Boujenah wearing a light shirt and a dark vest, looking just left of camera with a strained expression on his face
Boujenah in 2017
Born (1952-11-03) 3 November 1952 (age 72)
Tunis, Tunisia
Occupation
Years active 1980–present

Michel Boujenah is a famous French-Tunisian actor, comedian, film director, and screenwriter. He was born in Tunis, Tunisia, on November 3, 1952. He is well-known for his roles in many movies and TV shows. He has also directed several films himself.

Michel Boujenah's Early Life and Career

Michel Boujenah was born on November 3, 1952, in Tunis, Tunisia. He comes from a family of artists. His brother, Paul Boujenah, is also a film director. His niece, Lucie Boujenah, and nephew, Matthieu Boujenah, are actors too.

Michel Boujenah began his career in 1980. He has acted in over thirty films. He has also appeared in many television shows. Besides acting, he has directed films like Father and Sons (2003), Trois amis (2007), and Heartstrings (2016). He has also written screenplays for various movies.

Movies and TV Shows Featuring Michel Boujenah

Michel Boujenah has played many different characters throughout his career. Here are some of the films and TV shows he has been in:

Actor
Year Title Role Notes
1985 Three Men and a Cradle Michel
Slices of Life Michel Lambert
Les Cinq Dernières Minutes Luc Henno Television series – 1 episode
1986 The Last Image Simon Attal
1991 La Totale! Simon/Marcel
1993 Le Nombril du Monde Bajou
1995 Les Misérables André Ziman
1996 A Summer in La Goulette TSF
1997 XXL Alain Berrebi
1998 Don Juan Sganarelle
2003 Father and Sons voice
The Car Keys himself
2009 Ultimatum Victor
2012 Cendrillon au Far West Petite Fumée voice
2017 Scènes de ménages Bernard Television series – 1 episode
2024 Finalement

Films Directed by Michel Boujenah

Michel Boujenah has also directed these films:

  • Father and Sons (2003)
  • Trois amis (2007)
  • Heartstrings (2016)

Awards and Recognitions

Michel Boujenah has received several awards and nominations for his work in film:

  • In 1985, he won the César Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Three Men and a Cradle. The César Awards are like the Oscars in France.
  • In 1994, he was nominated for the César Award for Best Actor for his performance in Le Nombril du Monde.
  • In 2004, he was nominated for the César Award for Best Debut for his first film as a director, Father and Sons.

Honours and Special Mentions

In 2004, Michel Boujenah was given a special honour by Monaco. He became an Officer of the Order of Cultural Merit. This award recognizes people who have done great things in arts and culture.

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See also

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