Sembène: The Making of African Cinema (1994)
• January 1st, 1994 • 1h 0min
Documentary
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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