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'''Raz Degan''' is an actor, director, and cinematographer, born in a [[Kibbutz]] of [[Sde Nehemia]] in [[Israel]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0214641/|title=Raz Degan|website=IMDb|access-date=2017-12-22}}</ref> to Ilan and Adina Degan; he has two brothers who also live and work abroad. At the age of 21, and after three years military service in the [[Israeli Army]], he became a [[male model]] and began traveling. He has had exhibitions throughout 2014–2016 in Italy, Israel, and Indonesia.
Raz Degan is a multifaceted figure in the entertainment industry, whose artistic journey transcends traditional boundaries, weaving through realms of acting, directing, cinematography, and photography. His career has seen him featured in over 20 films, spanning a diverse range of genres and roles.

Beyond the glamour of Hollywood, Degan's thirst for adventure and truth has led him to collaborate with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), using his platform to shed light on the plight of marginalized communities worldwide. Through his lens, he amplifies voices often unheard, advocating for social change with a profound sense of empathy and humanity.

Degan is a modern-day explorer, unafraid to venture off the beaten path and live amongst indigenous tribes in his quest for authenticity and enlightenment. These intimate encounters have shaped his worldview and imbued his work with a deep sense of compassion and understanding.

In the realm of entertainment, Degan's collaborations have yielded groundbreaking results. His partnership with acclaimed actor and producer Leonardo DiCaprio on projects like "The Last Shaman" and "Winning Survival" showcases his ability to captivate audiences with compelling storytelling and visually stunning cinematography.

Despite his success, Degan remains grounded in his roots as a seeker of truth and a champion of the human spirit. From triumphs in reality television to directing acclaimed short films, his journey is a testament to the transformative power of art and the boundless potential of the human soul.

Currently, Degan is immersed in the production of his feature documentary, "Searching for Nirvana," a project spanning over 12 years that promises to explore the complexities of the human psyche and the universal quest for enlightenment.

In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, Raz Degan continues to captivate audiences with his multifaceted talents and unyielding dedication to his craft. His journey—from the artistic to the social, the adventurous to the introspective—serves as an inspiring example of the limitless possibilities that await those who dare to dream.


==Career==
==Career==
Degan was initially discovered in [[New York City]] as a male model, and subsequently worked in the film industry. By the mid-1990s, Degan was based in Italy and starred in a series of Italian commercials{{which|date=May 2017}}; he also had roles in several television films and played minor parts in cinematographic films. In 1994 he had a cameo role in [[Robert Altman]]'s 1994 film ''[[Prêt-à-Porter (film)|Prêt-à-Porter]]''. In 2004, he secured the role of Darius III in [[Oliver Stone]]'s film ''[[Alexander (2004 film)|Alexander]]''. In 2005 Degan played the lead role in [[Ermanno Olmi]]'s film ''[[One Hundred Nails]]'' which opened the [[2007 Cannes Film Festival]]. In 2008-2009, he continued to star in various Italian film productions playing different roles including hero and villain. In 2009 he co-starred in ''[[Barbarossa (film)|Barbarossa]]'', starring Dutch actor [[Rutger Hauer]] in the title role. During 2010, Degan played in the French film ''[[Forces spéciales]]'' alongside [[Diane Kruger]] and [[Djimon Hounsou]]. After filming was completed, Degan continued travelling in Tajikistan and Afghanistan across the [[Pamir Mountains]] range, and then into Tibet and Nepal shooting short documentaries for Italian television. Also in 2010 Degan hosted "Mistero" on Italia1 for two seasons, making several documentaries.
Degan was initially discovered in [[New York City]] as a male model, and subsequently worked in the film industry. By the mid-1990s, Degan was based in Italy and starred in a series of Italian commercials{{which|date=May 2017}}; he also had roles in several television films and played minor parts in cinematographic films. In 1994 he had a cameo role in [[Robert Altman]]'s 1994 film ''[[Prêt-à-Porter (film)|Prêt-à-Porter]]''. In 2004, he secured the role of Darius III in [[Oliver Stone]]'s film ''[[Alexander (2004 film)|Alexander]]''. In 2005 Degan played the lead role in [[Ermanno Olmi]]'s film ''[[One Hundred Nails]]'' which opened the [[2007 Cannes Film Festival]]. In 2008-2009, he continued to star in various Italian film productions playing different roles including hero and villain. In 2009 he co-starred in ''[[Barbarossa (film)|Barbarossa]]'', starring Dutch actor [[Rutger Hauer]] in the title role. During 2010, Degan played in the French film ''[[Forces spéciales]]'' alongside [[Diane Kruger]] and [[Djimon Hounsou]]. After filming was completed, Degan continued travelling in Tajikistan and Afghanistan across the [[Pamir Mountains]] range, and then into Tibet and Nepal shooting short documentaries for Italian television. Also in 2010 Degan hosted "Mistero" on Italia1 for two seasons, making several documentaries.


In 2013, Degan served as the director of photography for the documentary ''[[The Green Prince (film)|The Green Prince]]'', a critically acclaimed film that garnered multiple awards, including the Audience Award for World Cinema – Documentary at the [[Sundance Film Festival]]. His exceptional cinematography in the film also earned him nominations for several prestigious awards.
In 2013, Degan worked as the director of photography for the documentary ''[[The Green Prince (film)|The Green Prince]]'', which received several awards including the Audience Award for World Cinema – Documentary at the [[Sundance Film Festival]]. He was also nominated for several awards for his cinematography. Degan made his directorial debut in 2016 after spending a few years travelling through the Peruvian Amazon working on an international feature documentary called ''The Last Shaman''. The film was executive produced by [[Leonardo DiCaprio]] and was released in 2017.<ref name="Variety">{{cite news|last1=Schlager|first1=Nick|title=''The Last Shaman'' Review: An Overly Stylized Documentary Odyssey|url=https://variety.com/2017/film/reviews/the-last-shaman-review-1202422176/|accessdate=8 February 2018|publisher=Variety|date=May 12, 2017}}</ref>

Transitioning into directing, Degan made his directorial debut in 2016 with the release of ''The Last Shaman''. This international feature documentary, filmed during his extensive travels through the Peruvian Amazon, was executive produced by the renowned actor [[Leonardo DiCaprio]]. Released in 2017, the film received notable attention for its captivating storytelling and visual style.<ref name="Variety">{{cite news|last1=Schlager|first1=Nick|title=''The Last Shaman'' Review: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-last-shaman-a-documentary-by-raz-deegan_b_59108eaee4b046ea176aed7d, https://www.latimes.com/entertainment/movies/la-et-mn-mini-last-shaman-review-20170518-story.html,
Following his directorial endeavors, Degan ventured into hosting with the hit series "Raz and the Tribe" for Sky. Additionally, he assumed the role of brand ambassador for Jägermeister, showcasing his versatility both behind and in front of the camera.

Degan's artistic prowess extends beyond film and television. He directed and acted in the award-winning short film "Manifesting Greatness," demonstrating his talent for storytelling and visual narrative. His collaborations span across both the cinema and fashion worlds, working alongside some of the industry's leading names.

Throughout his career, Degan has continued to push boundaries and explore new creative avenues, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and visionary artist in the entertainment industry.


==Filmography==
==Filmography==
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==References==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
{{Reflist}}
https://www.corriere.it/cronache/23_dicembre_24/raz-degan-intervista-trullo-puglia-6c8a3b4e-9f77-11ee-9c51-1d1800643026.shtml
https://www.vanityfair.it/article/raz-degan-guardatemi-bene-fra-poco-scompaio-intervista
https://www.vanityfair.it/article/raz-degan-kibbutz-israeliano-cicatrici-guerra-palestinesi


==External links==
==External links==
* {{IMDb name|0214641}}
* {{IMDb name|0214641}}
*https://www.instagram.com/raz_degan/
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20170516173015/http://www.video.mediaset.it/video/verissimo/interviste/raz-degan-sono-single_683426.html Interview on Italian television program Verissimo on Canale5]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20170516173015/http://www.video.mediaset.it/video/verissimo/interviste/raz-degan-sono-single_683426.html Interview on Italian television program Verissimo on Canale5]


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[[Category:Jewish male models]]
[[Category:People from Northern District (Israel)]]

Latest revision as of 07:38, 26 December 2024

Raz Degan
Born
Kibbutz, Sde Nehemia, Israel
Occupations
  • Actor
  • model
  • television personality
  • film director
Years active1994–present

Raz Degan is an actor, director, and cinematographer, born in a Kibbutz of Sde Nehemia in Israel[1] to Ilan and Adina Degan; he has two brothers who also live and work abroad. At the age of 21, and after three years military service in the Israeli Army, he became a male model and began traveling. He has had exhibitions throughout 2014–2016 in Italy, Israel, and Indonesia.

Career

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Degan was initially discovered in New York City as a male model, and subsequently worked in the film industry. By the mid-1990s, Degan was based in Italy and starred in a series of Italian commercials[which?]; he also had roles in several television films and played minor parts in cinematographic films. In 1994 he had a cameo role in Robert Altman's 1994 film Prêt-à-Porter. In 2004, he secured the role of Darius III in Oliver Stone's film Alexander. In 2005 Degan played the lead role in Ermanno Olmi's film One Hundred Nails which opened the 2007 Cannes Film Festival. In 2008-2009, he continued to star in various Italian film productions playing different roles including hero and villain. In 2009 he co-starred in Barbarossa, starring Dutch actor Rutger Hauer in the title role. During 2010, Degan played in the French film Forces spéciales alongside Diane Kruger and Djimon Hounsou. After filming was completed, Degan continued travelling in Tajikistan and Afghanistan across the Pamir Mountains range, and then into Tibet and Nepal shooting short documentaries for Italian television. Also in 2010 Degan hosted "Mistero" on Italia1 for two seasons, making several documentaries.

In 2013, Degan worked as the director of photography for the documentary The Green Prince, which received several awards including the Audience Award for World Cinema – Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival. He was also nominated for several awards for his cinematography. Degan made his directorial debut in 2016 after spending a few years travelling through the Peruvian Amazon working on an international feature documentary called The Last Shaman. The film was executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and was released in 2017.[2]

Filmography

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Films

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Year Title Role Notes
1994 Prêt-à-Porter Unknown Uncredited
1996 Squillo Inspector Tony Messina
1998 Coppia omicida Vito
1999 Titus Alarbus
2001 Giravolte Beau
2004 Alexander Darius III of Persia
2007 One Hundred Nails The Professor
2008 Albakiara: Il film Alessandro Castri
2009 Barbarossa Alberto da Giussano
2011 Forces spéciales Zaief
2012 Omamamia [de] Silvio
2022 Under the Amalfi Sun David

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1996 Sorellina e il principe del sogno Demian Miniseries
2005 Camera Café [it] Raz Episode: "Regalo per Patti"
2010 Ballando con le Stelle Contestant Dance talent show (season 6)
2010–2011 Mistero Host Divulgation program (seasons 3–4)
2017 L'Isola dei Famosi Contestant Talent show (season 12)
2021 Le indagini di Lolita Lobosco Benallal Matou Episode: "Spaghetti all'assassina"

References

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  1. ^ "Raz Degan". IMDb. Retrieved 2017-12-22.
  2. ^ Schlager, Nick (May 12, 2017). "The Last Shaman Review: An Overly Stylized Documentary Odyssey". Variety. Retrieved 8 February 2018.
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