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Mohammed Bakri (also credited as Mohammad Bakri, 1953-2025) was a popular Palestinian actor, director and playwright. He began to act in theatre in 1976. During his career, he worked with many directors such as Costa-Gavras, Amos Gitai, Rashid Masharawi, Saverio Costanzo, Michel Khleifi and Annemarie Jacir. His sons Saleh, Ziad and Adam Bakri are also actors.
Mohammad Bakri was an acclaimed Palestinian actor, director, and playwright who began his career in theater in 1976 and became a defining figure in Middle Eastern cinema.
He is best known for his performances in acclaimed films like Wajib and Private, as well as directing the documentary Jenin, Jenin.
He specialized in political dramas, socially conscious character studies, and powerful one-man theatrical performances.
He worked with prominent regional stages, including the Habima Theatre in Tel Aviv, Haifa Theatre, and Al-Kasaba Theatre in Ramallah.