Faouzi Bensaïdi
DirectingAbout Faouzi Bensaïdi
Faouzi Bensaïdi, born 14 March 1967, is a Moroccan film director, actor, screenwriter and artist. His film A THOUSAND MONTHS (2003) was screened in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival. In 2007 and 2009 he has taken part in the Arts in Marrakech Festival showing and discussing his films and installations. In 2011, his film DEATH FOR SALE premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film was selected as the Moroccan entry for the Best Foreign Language Oscar at the 85th Academy Awards, but it did not make the final shortlist.
Faouzi Bensaïdi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Faouzi Bensaïdi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Faouzi Bensaïdi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Faouzi Bensaïdi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Wind Horse, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Faouzi Bensaïdi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Faouzi Bensaïdi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Faouzi Bensaïdi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | My Dad is not Dead | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Deserts | L'épicier | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | It Must Be Heaven | Man Running From Police | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Sofia | Faouzi | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Blessed | Amine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Lola Pater | Le sheikh | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Volubilis | Si Mohamed | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Dheepan | Monsieur Habib | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Saint Laurent | Butler | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Goodbye Morocco | Ali | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Death for Sale | Inspector debbaz | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | WWW: What a Wonderful World | Kamel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | A Thousand Months | Samir | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Wind Horse | Driss | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Far Away | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Braids | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Mektoub | Kamal Raoui | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Un jeudi moins le quart à Alger | - | Flop | Similar → |
Faouzi Bensaïdi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Faouzi Bensaïdi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Faouzi Bensaïdi is "Wind Horse" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Faouzi Bensaïdi acted in?
Faouzi Bensaïdi has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Faouzi Bensaïdi?
Other notable films include "Braids", "WWW: What a Wonderful World", and "Dheepan".