Souleymane Cisse, an influential Malian filmmaker and the first Black African to win the Jury Prize at Cannes, died at 84 in Bamako. His passing was sudden, following his appearance at a press conference for the Pan-African Film and Television Festival, where he was to chair the jury. Cisse gained international acclaim with his 1987 film 'Yeelen', which not only won the prestigious Cannes award but also received a nomination for the Spirit Awards. He actively worked until the end of his life, leaving a legacy of inspiration in the film industry.
Souleymane Cisse was an iconic filmmaker whose 1987 film 'Yeelen' won the Jury Prize at Cannes, marking him as a pioneering voice in African cinema.
His passing at 84 was unexpected, occurring shortly after presenting awards at a festival where he had long been a beloved figure and mentor.
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