In Memoriam: Ousmane Sembène (1923-2007)

Scott presents an obituary for Senegalese filmmaker and writer Ousmane Sembene, who died on June 10, 2007 at the age of 84. Widely regarded as a father of African cinema, his mastery and originality were celebrated both in Africa, where he served as an inspiration for later filmmakers, and internati...

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Published in:The Black scholar 2007-07, Vol.37 (2), p.64-65
Main Author: Scott, A.O.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Deaths
Motion picture directors & producers
Motion pictures
Sembene, Ousmane (1923-2007)
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Summary:Scott presents an obituary for Senegalese filmmaker and writer Ousmane Sembene, who died on June 10, 2007 at the age of 84. Widely regarded as a father of African cinema, his mastery and originality were celebrated both in Africa, where he served as an inspiration for later filmmakers, and internationally.
ISSN:0006-4246
2162-5387