Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Biography
Ethnicity
Union Status
Languages
Training
Credits - Film
Personal Information
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Martin Norman Bako

Martin Norman Bako

San Diego,CA

Summary

Martin Norman Bako is a Chaldean-American actor, fluent in English, Arabic, and Aramaic. His bloodline stretches from the homeland of Abraham to the ancient courts of Babylon, where Daniel interpreted dreams and King Nebuchadnezzar ruled with power and vision. That legacy informs his voice and fuels his mission to preserve identity through truth-driven media. Drawing on deep Mesopotamian roots, he brings authenticity to every project. His on-screen journey began with his first film, 'My Mexican Brother,' marking the beginning of a career driven by truth, identity, and the power of story. Martin is also a speaker and preserver of ancient identity, whose work bridges history, truth, and storytelling. He holds a degree in Human Behavior and has received congressional recognition for his cultural contributions. Martin has also served in an information analysis capacity tied to global understanding through United Nations-affiliated work.

Work History

Murash's Bodyguard (Silent Role)

My Mexican Brother
  • Company Overview: Film directed by Hector Ginomîa Chávez.
  • Portrayed the loyal, physically imposing bodyguard to a South Central drug lord.
  • A silent but commanding presence throughout the film, embodying intimidation, discipline, and loyalty through nonverbal performance.
  • Film directed by Hector Ginomîa Chávez.

Education

A Degree - Human Behavior

Ashworth College, Norcross, GA

Congressional recognition, United Nations information analysis, historian

Congressional Recognition - Family And Community

Washington DC, District Of Columbia

Skills

  • English
  • Arabic
  • Aramaic
  • Iraqi Arabic
  • Chaldean/Babylonian
  • Levantine
  • Standard American
  • Middle Eastern (general)
  • On-Camera Presence
  • Public Speaking
  • Cultural Storytelling
  • Improvisation
  • Commanding Voice
  • Historical Accuracy
  • Football
  • Wrestling
  • Weightlifting
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Drums
  • Conflict resolution
  • Discreet presence
  • Investigative skills
  • Historical preservation
  • Teaching history
  • Self motivation
  • Journalism

Biography

Martin Norman Bako is a Chaldean-American actor, fluent in English, Arabic, and Aramaic. His bloodline stretches from the homeland of Abraham to the ancient courts of Babylon, where Daniel interpreted dreams and King Nebuchadnezzar ruled with power and vision. That legacy informs his voice and fuels his mission to preserve identity through truth-driven media. Drawing on deep Mesopotamian roots, he brings authenticity to every project. His on-screen journey began with his first film, 'My Mexican Brother,' marking the beginning of a career driven by truth, identity, and the power of story. Martin is also a speaker and preserver of ancient identity, whose work bridges history, truth, and storytelling. He holds a degree in Human Behavior and has received congressional recognition for his cultural contributions. Martin has also served in an information analysis capacity tied to global understanding through United Nations-affiliated work.

Ethnicity

Iraqi / Babylonian / Chaldean / Aramaic/ Arab/ Middle Eastern / Mediterranean/ Levantine

Union Status

Non-Union

Languages

  • English
  • Arabic
  • Aramaic

Training

  • On-Camera Acting Techniques, Private Coaching / Scene Study, Los Angeles, CA
  • Voice & Speech for Performers, Private Instruction
  • Improvisation & Cold Reading, Workshop Series
  • Public Speaking & Rhetorical Performance, Academic + Applied Training
  • Human Behavior & Psychology, Bachelor's Degree

Credits - Film

My Mexican Brother, Murash's Bodyguard (Silent Role), Hector Ginomîa Chávez, Portrayed the loyal, physically imposing bodyguard to a South Central drug lord. A silent but commanding presence throughout the film, embodying intimidation, discipline, and loyalty through nonverbal performance.

Personal Information

  • Hair: Bald
  • Eyes: Hazel
  • Height: 5'11"
  • Weight: 193 lbs

Timeline

Murash's Bodyguard (Silent Role) - My Mexican Brother
Ashworth College - A Degree , Human Behavior
Washington DC - Congressional Recognition, Family And Community