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Hichem Yacoubi

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Hichem Yacoubi

Hichem Yacoubi is a talented Tunisian-born French actor, best known for his role in the critically-acclaimed film A Prophet (Un prophète) in 2009, directed by Jacques Audiard. Born on April 4, 1964, in Tunis, Tunisia, Yacoubi has had a rich acting career that officially began in 2005. Besides acting, Yacoubi's creative pursuits extended to theatre and dance. He even participated in a course at the reputed Actors Studio. Yacoubi has not only acted but also co-directed and co-wrote the screenplay of a short film with Daniel Kupferstein, showcasing his versatile talent. In A Prophet, Yacoubi played the character of Reyeb, an incarcerated Arab who serves a critical role as a witness to a crime. Despite being a hostile witness against a mafia group, his character has a pronounced impact throughout the film and manifests as a symbol of the main character's conscience. His other notable work includes co-directing Bon Anniversaire (Happy Birthday), a 2007 short film that was submitted to the 18° Festival del Cinema Africano, d'Asia e America Latina in 2008. The film was acknowledged for its perspective and storytelling and elevated Yacoubi's standing as a multitalented entertainer.

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Given Name: Hichem Yacoubi

Born: Tunis, Tunisia

Citizenship: French

Birthday: April 4, 1964

Occupations: Actor

Years Active: 2005-present

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