Sembène: The Making of African Cinema

Sembène: The Making of African Cinema (1994)

January 1st, 19941h 0min

Documentary
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Overview

Senegalese documentary about the country's most famous film-maker - Ousmane Sembène. The groundbreaking director explains his philosophy, politics and hopes for the future of African cinema.


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