Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche - Actor Profile

Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche

Directing
Freshness: Jan 26, 2026
5Total Films
6.2 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Beni Zid, Algeria

About Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche

Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche is a Franco-Algerian filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and actor. He moved to France in 1968 and grew up in Montfermeil, on the outskirts of Paris. After studying sociology, he founded his own production company, Sarrazinc Productions, in 1999. His debut feature film, Wesh Wesh, qu'est-ce qui se passe? (2001), received the Louis Delluc Prize for Best First Film. Ameur-Zaïmeche's films often explore themes of identity, migration, and social justice, with a focus on marginalized communities. His notable works include Wesh wesh, qu'est-ce qui se passe?(2001) and Dernier Maquis (2008) and Le Gang des Bois du Temple (2023).

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening?, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche's career based on audience ratings.

★6.2
Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening? (2001) movie poster
★6.2

Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening?: Kamel, a young man from the french ghetto, near Paris, is coming back to France. He was arrested for dealing drugs, he s

Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening?

2001•Drama
★6.2
Story of Judas (2015) movie poster
★6.2

Story of Judas: A man ascends a barren summit. It is Judas, come to collect Jesus and carry him down the mountain on his back, joking an

Story of Judas

2015•Drama
★5.9
The Temple Woods Gang (2022) movie poster
★5.9

The Temple Woods Gang: A retired military man lives in the Temple Woods housing project. Just as he’s burying his mother, his neighbour Bébé, w

The Temple Woods Gang

2022•Thriller
★5.4
Smugglers' Songs (2012) movie poster
★5.4

Smugglers' Songs: Early on in this engaging historical drama, a marquis (played by the singularly droll Jacques Nolot) offers a peddler a

Smugglers' Songs

2012•Adventure
★5.2
Bled Number One (2006) movie poster
★5.2

Bled Number One: Hardly freed from a French prison, Kamel is deported in his native state, Algeria, and discovers a country split between

Bled Number One

2006•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 The Temple Woods Gang Member of the commando Average Similar →
2015 Story of Judas Judas Average Similar →
2012 Smugglers' Songs Bélissard Flop Similar →
2006 Bled Number One Kamel Flop Similar →
2001 Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening? Kamel Average Similar →

Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche is "Wesh, Wesh, What's Happening?" with a rating of 6.2/10.

How many movies has Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche acted in?

Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Rabah Ameur-Zaïmeche?

Other notable films include "Story of Judas", "The Temple Woods Gang", and "Smugglers' Songs".