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Michel Boujenah
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![]() Boujenah in 2017
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Born | Tunis, Tunisia
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3 November 1952
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Years active | 1980–present |
Michel Boujenah is a famous French-Tunisian actor, comedian, film director, and screenwriter. He was born on November 3, 1952, in Tunis, Tunisia. He is known for his funny performances and for directing movies.
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Michel Boujenah's Early Life and Career Beginnings
Michel Boujenah was born in Tunis, Tunisia. He has a brother named Paul Boujenah, who is also a film director. His niece, Lucie Boujenah, and nephew, Matthieu Boujenah, are also actors.
Michel Boujenah started his career in 1980. He has appeared in many movies and television shows. He is also a talented director and has written screenplays for films.
Michel Boujenah's Notable Films and Directing Work
Michel Boujenah has acted in over thirty films. One of his most famous roles was in the 1985 movie Three Men and a Cradle. He also appeared in Les Misérables in 1995.
He has also directed several films. These include Father and Sons (2003), Trois amis (2007), and Heartstrings (2016). He often writes the stories for his films too.
Selected Films Where Michel Boujenah Acted
- Three Men and a Cradle (1985) as Michel
- The Last Image (1986) as Simon Attal
- La Totale! (1991) as Simon/Marcel
- Les Misérables (1995) as André Ziman
- XXL (1997) as Alain Berrebi
- Don Juan (1998) as Sganarelle
- Ultimatum (2009) as Victor
Films Directed by Michel Boujenah
- Father and Sons (2003)
- Trois amis (2007)
- Heartstrings (2016)
Awards and Recognitions for Michel Boujenah
Michel Boujenah has won and been nominated for several awards for his work.
- In 1985, he won the César Award for Best Supporting Actor. This was for his role in the movie Three Men and a Cradle. The César Awards are very important in French cinema.
- In 1994, he was nominated for the César Award for Best Actor. This nomination was for his performance in Le Nombril du Monde.
- In 2004, he was nominated for the César Award for Best Debut. This was for his first film as a director, Father and Sons.
Honours and Special Recognition
In 2004, Michel Boujenah received a special honour from Monaco. He was made an Officer of the Order of Cultural Merit. This award recognizes people who have done great things in arts and culture.
See also
In Spanish: Michel Boujenah para niños