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Mohammad Bakri, a celebrated Palestinian actor and filmmaker known for his controversial documentary "Jenin, Jenin", has died at the age of 72.His family confirmed the death on Wednesday following complications from chronic heart and lung problems.Bakri leaves a complex artistic legacy, having recently starred in the Oscar-shortlisted film "All That's Left of You" with his sons Adam Bakri and Saleh Bakri.
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