The actor
French roots.Americanpresence.
Born in France and living and working in the United States for more than three decades, Djilali Rez-Kallah brings a European perspective to an American acting career.
His work spans film, television, commercial and character-driven roles, with a presence suited to drama, authority and complex contemporary characters.
Actor . Writer . Director . Storyteller at heart.
- Height
- 5′11″
- Weight
- 175 lb
- Hair
- Brown
- Eyes
- Brown
Biography
Finding honesty in everything, and authenticity in every performance.
Djilali Rez-Kallah is a French-born actor known for his commanding presence, intensity, and unexpected sense of humor. Equally at home in crime, drama, and comedy, he has played everything from mob bosses and tough guys to doctors, homeless men, and characters with surprising vulnerability.
After beginning his acting career in France, Djilali moved to the United States in pursuit of his dream to work in film and television. Since receiving his green card in 2009, he has appeared in independent and studio productions, television, feature films, short films, web series, commercials, and live theater.
His training includes the Lee Strasberg Institute, The Groundlings, and The Ruskin School of Acting, as well as stand-up comedy at the Comedy Store.
Resume
Selected Credits
SAG-AFTRA
Film
- Lead
Ruffian
Jennifer Alavez
- Supporting Lead
Skull
Jake Lyod
- Supporting Lead
Swerve
Zack Horton
- Supporting Lead
Horror House
Evan Marlowe
- Supporting Lead
Virginity
Sam Khoze (13x Winner)
- Lead
The Entity
Samuel Moscou
- Lead
Believe
Felipe Ruiz — Corner Canne Film Festival
- Lead
Salty Dish
ZiJun Xiao — Corner Canne (Winner)
- Supporting Lead
Memory Day
Gordy Hoffman
- Lead
My Hero
Avinash Vijaykumar
Television
- Co-Star
Chivalry
Marta Cunningham
- Co-Star
Deadliest W
David Logan
- Co-Star
Nathan For You
Nathan Fielder
- Co-Star
Government Cheese
Paul Hunter
Web Series
- Co-Star
Stripp & Guns
Irwin Miller
- Co-Star
The Device
Serhat Arslan
- Co-Star
Prent Project
Brett Weiner
- Lead
Get Abe Laid
Brent Allen
Theater / Stage
- Ensemble
DS Moon
Chris Berube
- Ensemble
Nutcracker
Robyn Gardenhire
- Co-Star
Trouble Dolls
Denise Lindgren
- Lead
Stand-up
Judy Brown
- Co-Star
Disco
Darren Numer
Voice Over
- Lead
Gold Fish
Elin Gronblom
- Lead
Shoe Box
Michelle Patterson
Training
- Lee Strasberg Institute — Acting
- The Ruskin School of Acting — Acting
- Klier Vernice — Acting Coach
- John Swanbeck — On Camera
- Gwendoline Péré-Lahaille — Voice
- The Groundlings — Improv
- AHC+RLC and Terry Berland — Commercial
Skills
- Fluent French
- Improvisation
- Stand-up
- Firearms
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Boxing
- Karate
- Pool
- Surfing
- Welding
- Cycling
- Rock Climbing
- Rollerblading
- Running
- Skateboarding
- Snorkeling
- Snowboarding
- Soccer
- Volleyball
- Yoga
- Jump Rope
- Bowling
- Motorcycle & Car License (CM1)
- Valid Passport
Gallery
Photos
Watch
Reel & Selected Work
Acting Reel — Djilali Rez-Kallah
Get in touch
Representation
Theatrical & Voice Over
The Marlene Agency
6080 Center Drive, 6th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Mobile: 310-266-4133 · Office: 310-578-5099
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