Sembène: The Making of African Cinema

1994 | 60 minutes | 9.0 ★ (2)

Sembène: The Making of African Cinema
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    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.

  • Release Date

    01 January 1994

  • DirectingManthia Diawara
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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