Juliano Mer-Khamis was an American actor and director born on May 29, 1958, in Nazareth, Israel. He is best known for his roles in Arna’s Children (2004), Deadly Heroes (1993), and Tahara (2002). He was married to Jenny Nyman and passed away on April 4, 2011, in Jenin, West Bank, Palestine.
Personal and Family Life
Juliano was born into a family that embraced both Jewish and Arab cultures. He was deeply involved in social issues and used his art to address them. His marriage to Jenny Nyman resulted in three children, and he often expressed a desire to leave a lasting legacy for them through his work in film.
Death and Legacy
Mer-Khamis tragically died from a gunshot wound on April 4, 2011, which shocked many in the film and theater communities. He left behind a legacy as a passionate advocate for peace and understanding through art. His work continues to inspire many actors and filmmakers, especially in the Arab-Israeli context.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Last Patrol | 2000-04-01 | Jesus Carrera |
| Night Terrors | 1993-11-09 | Mahmoud (as Juliano Mer) |
| Zohar | 1993-01-01 | Morris (as Juliano Mer) |
| Esther | 1986-01-01 | Haman |
| Deadly Heroes | 1993-10-01 | Antonio Valdez (as Juliano Mer) |
| Nothing to Lose | 1994-01-01 | Ramon (as Juliano Mer) |
| ברלין ירושלים | 1989-02-03 | Menahme (as Juliano Mer) |
| Hostages | 1992-09-23 | Ali |
| عرس الجليل | 1987-12-01 | |
| Kedma | 2002-05-05 | Moussa |
| Miral | 2010-09-15 | Sheikh Saabah (as Juliano Merr Khamis) |
| Etz Hadomim Tafus | 1994-01-01 | Ariel |
| בר 51 | 1985-03-29 | Thomas |
| The Little Drummer Girl | 1984-10-19 | Julio |
| זעם ותהילה | 1984-01-02 | Eddi the Butcher |
| Sipurei Tel-Aviv | 1992-01-02 | |
| Tahara | 2002-06-06 | |
| ملح هذا البحر | 2008-05-16 | Hiking Leader |
| פתיחה 1812 | 1997-01-01 | |
| سنتيمتر أقل | 2003-01-01 | |
| BaHodesh HaTeshei | 2002-04-24 | Khalil |