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Djibril Diop Mambéty: Senegalese film director (1945–1998).
Born (died at age 53).
Djibril Diop Mambéty has 7 credits in our database.
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Filmography (7)
Biography
Djibril Diop Mambéty (January 23, 1945 – July 23, 1998) was a Senegalese film director, actor, orator, composer and poet. Though he made only five feature films and two short documentary films, they received international acclaim for their original and experimental cinematic technique and non-linear, unconventional narrative style. Born to a Muslim family near Dakar, Senegal's capital city, Mambéty was an ethnic Wolof. He died in 1998 while being treated for lung cancer in a Paris hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Djibril Diop Mambéty?
Djibril Diop Mambéty was born on and passed away on at the age of 53.
What movies or shows has Djibril Diop Mambéty been in?
Djibril Diop Mambéty has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Story of Film: An Odyssey (2011), La Petite Vendeuse de Soleil (1999), Le Franc (1994), Parlons Grand-mère (1989), The Black Decameron (1972).
Where can I find more information about Djibril Diop Mambéty?
You can find more about Djibril Diop Mambéty on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
