Souleymane Cisse, the celebrated Malian filmmaker who was a significant figure in African cinema for five decades, has died at 84. His passing was announced by Malian television without disclosing the cause. Cisse was a trailblazer, being the first Black African filmmaker to win a prize at Cannes with his 1987 film 'Yeelen.' He received numerous awards throughout his career, including the 2023 Carrosse d'or for 'Finye.' Cisse also served as President of the Union of Creators and Entrepreneurs of Cinema and Audiovisuals of West Africa, underscoring his commitment to the film industry in the region.
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cisse, a pioneer of African cinema with a career spanning 50 years, has died at age 84, as reported by Malian television.
Cisse was the first Black African filmmaker to win a feature film prize at Cannes, winning the Jury Prize in 1987 for his film 'Yeelen'.
In 2023, Souleymane Cisse was honored with the Carrosse d'or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film 'Finye', illustrating his lasting impact on cinema.
Born in Bamako, Mali, Cisse's legacy includes his leadership role in the Union of Creators and Entrepreneurs of Cinema and Audiovisuals of West Africa.
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