Ben Astar
Also known as Abraham Isaac Shklarch
Ben Astar was a performer whose brief but notable appearances in international cinema left a mark despite limited credited roles. Born Abraham Isaac Shklarch on June 15, 1909 in Palestine, Astar later adopted the stage name Ben Astar, under which he worked in film.
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Ben Astar was a performer whose brief but notable appearances in international cinema left a mark despite limited credited roles. Born Abraham Isaac Shklarch on June 15, 1909 in Palestine, Astar later adopted the stage name Ben Astar, under which he worked in film. His career included small but recognizable parts in major productions, demonstrating a presence in Hollywood during the mid-20th century.
Astar’s known filmography consists of two entries. In 1960, he appeared as an uncredited official in The Story of Ruth, a biblical drama. Two decades later, in 1982, he took on the role of Abdul Ben Hassan in Blade Runner, a science fiction film that would later gain cult status. These performances, though minor, contributed to the atmosphere and authenticity of the films in which he appeared…
