Gilbert Melki

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Characters played by Gilbert Melki

Freddy — The Heir Apparent: Largo Winch (2008)

Nerio's loyal bodyguard, murdered early in the 2011 film, key to Largo's innocence.

Momo's Father — Monsieur Ibrahim (2003)

Momo’s father is a distant and unhappy man who raises him in a home marked by poverty and silence. He gives Momo a coin bank and teaches him to save, but their relationship lacks warmth. After losing his job, he admits he is not suited to fatherhood, leaves Momo a farewell letter and money, and abandons him.

Patrick — Would I Lie to You? 3 (2012)

A group member focused on a romantic pursuit that proves difficult to achieve, adding personal stakes to the group's collective challenges.

Augustin Normand — Mystère à l'Élysée (2018)

Skilled operative and investigator uncovering palace conspiracies.

Fred — Not on My Watch (2017)

The owner of a local bar. He employs Léo as a courier for illegal deliveries and later recruits Paul to participate in drug distribution, which significantly impacts Paul's school attendance.

Natan — Changing Times (2004)

Natan is Cécile's younger Moroccan Jewish husband and a physician. He gives first aid to Antoine Lavau after the supermarket accident, but his stalled career and repeated affairs contribute to the failure of his marriage. After separating from Cécile, he moves to Casablanca for a new job, leaving their relationship unresolved.

Alain — Nearest to Heaven (2002)

Alain contacts Fanette soon after her reunion encounter with Bernard. He leaves her a message inviting her to dinner and offering to see her at the hospital. These gestures place him among the people seeking contact with Fanette, though the supplied events do not explain his connection to the hospital or the wider circumstances of their relationship.

Patrick Abitbol — Would I Lie to You? (1997)

Spoiled teen who unexpectedly succeeds in business after romantic setback.

Marc — Intimate Strangers (2004)

Anna's husband. His presence causes tension, and he threatens William when he discovers William's role in his wife's life.

Marc — Cockles and Muscles (2005)

Marc inherits his late aunt's house on the Côte d'Azur and brings the family there for their summer holiday, leaving Paris behind. His past connection to the area becomes important when he meets Didier again and they realize how much they have missed each other.

Tiago Mendès — The Pimp (2010)

Ace's superior, who threatens to remove him after a serious mistake and suspects that someone is betraying the organization. He investigates the suspected traitor, questions Ace, discusses a major drug and financial deal, and is feared for his violent reaction.

Pascal Manise — After Life (2003)

A police inspector investigating a series of crimes while secretly supplying morphine to his addicted wife. He is blackmailed by a drug lord, pursues a fugitive revolutionary, and develops unrequited feelings for a colleague's wife. His moral compromises and divided loyalties drive the central conflict.

Career Overview

Gilbert Melki has 61 screen credits in a career dating back to 1992. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Would I Lie to You? Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Cat's Eyes, Vendeur, Angel-A. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
61
Birth Date
1958-11-12
Birth Place
Paris - France

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q1265121), public domain (CC0).