Souleymane Cissé
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Souleymane Cissé (21 April 1940 – 19 February 2025) was a Malian film director, regarded as one of the first generation of African filmmakers. He was called "Africa's greatest living filmmaker" while his film Yeelen has been called "conceivably the greatest African film ever made". He was the first director from sub-Saharan Africa to receive an award, at the Cannes Film Festival in 1987, for “Yeelen”, he was awarded the Golden Coach in 2023. Description above from the Wikipedia article Souleymane Cissé, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Souleymane Cissé Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Souleymane Cissé reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Souleymane Cissé's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Souleymane Cissé's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Henri Langlois vu par..., which stands out as a key performance.
Best Souleymane Cissé Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Souleymane Cissé's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Souleymane Cissé has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | A Daughter's Tribute to Her Father: Souleymane Cissé | Self / Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Henri Langlois vu par... | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Cinéastes de notre temps : Souleymane Cissé | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Ouaga | - | Flop | Similar → |
Souleymane Cissé - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Souleymane Cissé?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Souleymane Cissé is "Henri Langlois vu par..." with a rating of 4.0/10.
How many movies has Souleymane Cissé acted in?
Souleymane Cissé has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Souleymane Cissé?
Other notable films include "A Daughter's Tribute to Her Father: Souleymane Cissé", "Cinéastes de notre temps : Souleymane Cissé", and "Ouaga".