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Mohammed Bakri's 50 Years of Art for Palestine
Mohamed Bakhri, the Palestinian actor and director who dedicated nearly five decades to serving the Palestinian cause and resisting occupation through his art, has passed away, leaving behind a distinguished artistic and humanitarian legacy. During the activities of the 7th Jordan International Film Festival, his children shared quotes and intimate reflections about his journey, which evolved from the margins to international festivals. Through his films, he depicted the suffering of Palestinians and rejected Israeli occupation. Among his notable works is the film "Jenin Jenin," which documents the Second Intifada and won the Carthage Film Festival award, and "Gilead Wedding," which received international awards. His most famous role was in the film "Hanna K" in 1983. He received numerous international awards, including the Golden Falcon Award in 2004. Bakhri held Israeli citizenship and studied at the University of Tel Aviv. He used art as a means of resistance and exposure. Bakhri left a profound mark on Palestinian and international cinema and remained an enduring symbol of his homeland's cause.
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