Ousmane Sembène
Biography
Ousmane Sembène (January 1, 1923 — June 9, 2007), often credited in the French style as Sembène Ousmane in articles and reference works, was a Senegalese film director, producer and writer. The Los Angeles Times considered him one of the greatest authors of Africa and he has often been called the "Father of African film."
- Known For: Writing
- Birthday: 1923-01-01
- Place of Birth: Ziguinchor, Casamance, Senegal
- Also Known As: Ousmane Sembene, 우스만 셈벤
