Kamel El Basha
ActingAbout Kamel El Basha
Kamel El Basha is a Palestinian actor of screen and stage, theater director, play-writer and producer. He began his career as a stage actor during the 1980s. He gained critical acclaim in 2017 when he won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor (male) during the 74th Venice International Film Festival for his role as Yasser Abdallah Salameh in The Insult by the Lebanese film director Ziad Doueiri. It was El Basha's first major role on screen, although he had appeared in a number of theatrical productions, actually also directing some of them. He is the former artistic director of the Palestinian National Theater in Jerusalem from 2007 to 2011 and the artistic director of Quds Art since 2012.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kamel El Basha reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 18 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kamel El Basha'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kamel El Basha remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in I Know You Can Hear Me, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kamel El Basha Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kamel El Basha's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kamel El Basha.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Asad | Mahrous | Flop | Similar → |
| 2026 | My Father's Scent | Omar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | I Know You Can Hear Me | Salim | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Palestine 36 | Abu Rabab | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Thank You for Banking with Us | Uncle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | I'll Get Back to You | Abu Bassam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | An Orange from Jaffa | Farouk | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Palestine Islands | Younès | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Our Males and Females | The Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Huda's Salon | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Translator | Professor Raed | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Curfew | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Reports on Sarah and Saleem | Abu Ibrahim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Insult | Yasser Abdallah Salameh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Love, Theft and Other Entanglements | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Dreams of Sultan Al-Mansi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Land's Oath | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
Kamel El Basha - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kamel El Basha?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kamel El Basha is "I Know You Can Hear Me" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kamel El Basha acted in?
Kamel El Basha has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kamel El Basha?
Other notable films include "Thank You for Banking with Us", "Palestine 36", and "The Insult".