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Hassan El-Hassani
Ksar El Boukhari (Médéa), Algeria
Archival Overview
Beloved comedic actor and satirical genius whose folk character 'Boubaghla' and appearances in films like 'Chronicle of the Years of Fire' made him the quintessential voice of rural Algerian wisdom.
Biographical Record
Hassan Bencheikh was born in the highland town of Ksar El Boukhari. Working as a barber and cinema operator, he joined the Algerian People's Party (PPA), using popular comedic sketches to educate rural Algerians on freedom and social justice.
Imprisoned by French authorities in Barberousse and Bossuet camps during the War of Independence, El-Hassani founded the 'Théâtre des Quatre Saisons' after 1962. He starred in dozens of legendary films, notably the 1975 Palme d'Or-winning 'Chronicle of the Years of Fire' and 'The Charioteer' (Les Déracinés).
Key Life Milestones
Starring in Chronicle of the Years of Fire
Delivered an unforgettable performance in the only Arab and African film to win the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
Starring in Chronicle of the Years of Fire
Delivered an unforgettable performance in the only Arab and African film to win the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
Starring in Chronicle of the Years of Fire
Delivered an unforgettable performance in the only Arab and African film to win the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
Election to the National People's Assembly
Elected as a deputy to parliament, representing working artists and rural communities.
Election to the National People's Assembly
Elected as a deputy to parliament, representing working artists and rural communities.
Election to the National People's Assembly
Elected as a deputy to parliament, representing working artists and rural communities.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialMédéa, Algeria