Ephraim Kishon
Born August 23, 1924·Died January 29, 2005 (at 80)·Budapest, Hungary·Male
Biography
Ephraim Kishon was a Hungarian-born Israeli author, playwright, and film director, renowned for his satirical works that humorously depicted Israeli society. Born as Ferenc Hoffmann in Budapest, he survived the Holocaust by escaping from a Nazi labor camp. After World War II, he immigrated to Israel in 1949, where he adopted the name Ephraim Kishon.
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Kishon became one of Israel's most celebrated writers, publishing numerous satirical columns, books, and plays. His notable works include the film Sallah Shabati (1964), which won a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Academy Award, and The Policeman (1971), which also received international acclaim. Kishon's sharp wit and keen observations made him a beloved figure in Israeli culture. He passed away in Appenzell, Switzerland, at the age of 80.
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Filmography
41 credits across 31 titlesWriting
9 creditsActing
2 creditsDirecting
8 creditsProduction
2 creditsAs self
20 creditsTalk shows, festival coverage and documentary appearances, kept out of the acting list.
