The playwright and film-maker Belfadel Sidi Mohamed died on 9 January 2024, at the age of 60, following a heart attack. Born in 1964, he was a leading figure on the Oranese cultural scene and the presidency of the Oranese Union of Playwrights and Filmmakers. He was also one of the founding members of the 'Amel' cultural association.
Considered one of the pillars of the theatre movement in Oran, he was behind a number of important initiatives to promote theatre, including the organisation of 8 editions of the Théâtre scientifique et touristique d'Oran and the initiation of the first edition of satirical theatre. He was also a fervent defender of the socio-professional conditions of his colleagues.
Belfadel Sidi Mohamed encouraged the emergence of numerous theatre troupes led by young talent, thereby contributing to the local and national artistic scene. His notable theatrical works include "El Fougâa" (The Mushrooms), "Oued El Khir", "El Moudja" and "Djennet El Medjnoune". He has also directed a series of short films and taken part in various cinematographic works.