Directing
Ousmane Sembène
Born Jan 1, 1923 — Died Jun 9, 2007
From Ziguinchor, Casamance, Senegal
Biography
Ousmane Sembène (January 1, 1923 — June 9, 2007), often credited in the French style as Sembène Ousmane in articles and reference works, was a Senegalese film director, producer and writer. The Los Angeles Times considered him one of the greatest authors of Africa and he has often been called the "Father of African film."
Also Known As
Ousmane Sembene 우스만 셈벤
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