Fettouma Ousliha-Bouamari, a multifaceted artist, was born in Algiers, Algeria. As the daughter of a docker father and a worker mother, she grew up during the war of national liberation, which had a profound impact on her life. Despite the challenges she faced, Fettouma's passion for the arts remained unwavering.
She began her career as a typist to support her family, but her true ambition was to pursue a career in theater. With the encouragement of prominent figures such as Mustapha Kateb, Kaki, and Abdelkader Sefiri, Fettouma debuted on stage in 1963 with an adaptation of Gozzi's play, "L'Oiseau Vert". She went on to star in several productions, including "Two Rooms Kitchen", "The Caucasian Chalk Circle", and "The Man with the Rubber Sandals", all of which were performed in dialect Arabic.
Fettouma's versatility as an actress was showcased in her performances, which ranged from social dramas to comedies. Her notable roles include "The Blood of the Righteous", a play about the armed revolution, and "Revizor", a satirical take on bureaucracy inspired by Gogol.
In addition to her work on stage, Fettouma has also appeared in film. Her breakthrough role came in 1979 with the film "Premier Pas", directed by her partner, Mohamed Bouamari. Her performance earned her the Interpretation prize at Carthage in 1980. Throughout her career, Fettouma has remained committed to her craft, using her platform to promote Algerian culture and talent.
