Legendary African Filmmaker Souleymane Cissé Passes Away at 84: A Pioneer of African Cinema
2025-02-19
The Associated Press
The African film industry is mourning the loss of Souleymane Cissé, a renowned Malian filmmaker and pioneer of African cinema, who passed away at the age of 84. With a career spanning over 50 years, Cissé left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, contributing to the growth of African movies and film production. His legacy will continue to inspire new generations of filmmakers and fans of international cinema, African entertainment, and world movies. The cause of his death was not disclosed, as announced by Malian television on Wednesday.