Alex Yazbek

Biography

Alex Yazbek is a South African television director and writer known for his extensive work in the country’s film and TV industry. He is regarded as one of South Africa’s leading writer-directors, with a career spanning several decades in television production and storytelling. He has directed and contributed to a wide range of popular South African TV series, including Gaz’lam, Zone 14, The Wild, The Mating Game, Isibaya, Ring of Lies, and High Rollers, among others. His work has played a significant role in shaping modern South African television drama, particularly in long-running serialized storytelling. Beyond directing, Yazbek has also worked as a lecturer in film and television at institutions such as AFDA and LIMA, contributing to the training and development of new talent in the industry. With a strong reputation for creative direction and industry experience, he remains an influential figure in South African screen production.

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