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Sara Kishon (1959-2002), Lisa Kishon (2003-2005)
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鼠 Rat
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English < Hebrew (אֶפְרַיִם)
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Ephraim Kishon: Israeli author, dramatist, screenwriter and film director (1924–2005).
Born (died at age 80).
Ephraim Kishon has 5 credits in our database.
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Filmography (5)
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Ephraim Kishon (Hebrew: אפרים קישון; August 23, 1924 – January 29, 2005) was a Hungarian-born Israeli author, dramatist, screenwriter, and Oscar-nominated film director. He was one of the most widely read contemporary satirists in Israel and was also particularly popular in German-speaking countries.
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How old was Ephraim Kishon?
Ephraim Kishon was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
What movies or shows has Ephraim Kishon been in?
Ephraim Kishon has 5 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Fox in the Chicken Coop (1978), The Policeman (1971), Blaumilch Canal (1969), Ervinka (1967), Sallah Shabati (1964).
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