Souleymane Cissé
Malian film director (1940–2025)
1940 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
Malian film director (1940–2025)
Born
April 21, 1940
Died
2025 (age ~85)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, film director, film producer
MaliBorn in BamakoDied in Bamako
1940
Born in Bamako (1940-04-21)
1963
EducationStudied at Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography (1963–1969)
1975
Notable workThe Young Girl
1978
Notable workBaara
1979
AwardStallion of Yennenga
1982
Notable workThe Wind
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Souleymane Cissé?+
Souleymane Cissé is Malian film director (1940–2025). Born in 1940.
When was Souleymane Cissé born?+
Souleymane Cissé was born on April 21, 1940.
When did Souleymane Cissé die?+
Souleymane Cissé died in 2025, at approximately 85 years of age.
Other famous people named Souleymane
Souleymane — April 21, 1940
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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