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Born on November 8, 1964 in Tunisia, Pierre Salvadori studied literature and cinema at the Censier site of the New Sorbonne University of Paris. He also followed a training in drama. He wrote his first screenplay in 1989 which, four years later, became the basis of Wild Target (1993), his first feature. About ten films followed, which confirmed qualities already present in "Cible émouvante" : sympathy for antiheroes, lightness often mixed with gravity (a lesson learned from his master Ernst Lubitsch), finely chiseled dialogs, the use of great actors who serve the text wonderfully (François Cluzet, Marie Trintigant, Guillaume Depardieu, José Garcia, Daniel Auteuil, Nathalie Baye, Catherine Deneuve)... His films, which vary from ultralight comedy (Priceless (2006)) to the darkest of films noirs (Les marchands de sable (2000)) all explore themes which are close to his heart : friendship and betrayal, truth and lies, seduction and devotion, adjustment or not to society... His last work to-date (In the Courtyard (2014) synthesizes to perfection the various trends that cross his work. Deftly mixing comedy (Antoine's offbeat behavior) with drama (Mathilde and Antoine's distress), lightness (the subtle dialogs) with gravity (how to fit into a decaying society), social commentary (France's economic situation) with zaniness (the eccentric neighbors), interpreted by two great actors (Catherine Deneuve in the difficult role of a woman who loses her balance and Gustave Kenvern as the depressed caretaker who tries to help her), Salvadori's masterpiece succeeds in every department and augurs well for the second part of his career.

Born in Sfax, Tunisia in 1945 Bouzid began filmmaking studies in 1968 at Institut National des Arts du Spectacle et Techniques de Diffusion (INSAS) in Brussels. He graduated in 1972 with a short film, _Duel (1972)_.

Returning to Tunisia he worked, from 1972 to 1973 in Tunisian television but was then arrested and jailed for over five years (1973-79) for his involvement with the radical Groupe d'Etude et d'Action Socialiste Tunisian (GEAST).

After his release he worked as an assistant director on several foreign films shooting in Tunisia, including Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) and The Key to Rebecca (1985). He also assisted on many Tunisian features as well as working on screenplay adoptions and dialogue for several important Tunisian films in the 90s such as _Halfawin 'Usfur Stah (1990)_ by 'Ferid Boughedir'. He made his directorial debut in 1986 with Man of Ashes (1986), which won the top prize at the carthage film festival. This film along with his subsequent features, tackled sensitive issues usually absent from Arab films and established Bouzid as a significant figure in Maghreb cinema.

Max Azria was born on 1 January 1949 in Sfax, Tunisia. He was a costume designer and producer, known for The Ten Commandments: The Musical (2006), Project Runway (2004) and Fashion News Live (2004). He was married to Lubov Azria and ???. He died on 6 May 2019 in Houston, Texas, USA.

Marley DiAngelo is a Tunisian-American filmmaker renowned for his visionary storytelling and bold cinematic artistry. His creative journey began as a performer on resort stages and cruise ships, where he mastered the art of rhythm, emotion, and visual engagement-skills that now define his award-winning work. Fluent in multiple languages, Marley crafts narratives that transcend cultural barriers, blending universal appeal with authentic depth to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression.

Making a seamless transition from stage to cinema, Marley channels his performing background into a dynamic directorial vision that elevates every project. Specializing in narrative films, fashion films, and music videos, he integrates his passion for dance, music, and visual storytelling to create works celebrated for their striking visuals, emotional depth, and exploration of themes such as resilience, identity, and social transformation. A trailblazer in modern cinema, Marley's fearless innovation and commitment to authenticity continue to redefine storytelling, inspiring audiences worldwide and shaping the future of cinema.

Abdelhafidh Bouassida was born on 23 October 1947 in Sfax, Tunisia. Abdelhafidh is a director and writer, known for Sarâb (1982), Zajíc pres cestu (1972) and Myslenky jednoho nesoustredeného houslisty (1970).

Vincenzo Milazzo was born on 21 April 1906 in Sfax, Tunisia. He was an actor, known for Woman of Rome (1954), Di qua, di là del Piave (1954) and La catena dell'odio (1955). He died on 30 August 1963 in Rome, Italy.

Youssef Ksentini is a film director and a visual artist from Sfax, Tunisia. In 2009, he started experimenting with street art, design and music production with his underground local Ultras group before starting studying film directing and screenwriting. He got his master degree in Tunis in 2015, won 48HFP Tunis twice in 2014 and 2016 and was involved in other projects as a film director before leaving in 2018 to NYC, USA. In 2021 he moved to Paris, France.

Chedi Fendri was born on 8 December 1994 in Sfax, Tunisia. Chedi is an assistant director and editor, known for Promesas de arena (2019), Fartattou el thahab (2021) and 130 Years of Alawites (2019).

Dominique Arnaud was born on 9 November 1951 in Sfax, Tunisia. Dominique is a director and writer, known for Will the 3rd Millennium Be Circumcised? (2007), Moemoea (1980) and Hono (1985).

Mohamed Jamoussy was born on 12 July 1910 in Sfax, Tunisia. He was an actor, known for The Fool of Kairouan (1939), Serenade for Mariam (1949) and Un drôle de paroissien (1963). He died on 3 January 1982.