Abderrahmane Sissako
- Producer
- Director
- Actor
- Screenwriter
Also known as: عبد الرحمن سيساكو · 압데라만 시사코
Abderrahmane Sissako (born 13 October 1961) is a Mauritanian-born Malian film director and producer. His film Waiting for Happiness (Heremakono) was screened at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival official selection under Un Certain Regard, winning the FIPRESCI Prize. His 2007 film Bamako received much attention. Sissako's themes include globalisation, exile and the displacement of people. His 2014 film Timbuktu was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or in the main competition section at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival and nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language film.
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Before Acting
- •Studied at Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography.
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How old is Abderrahmane Sissako?
Abderrahmane Sissako is 64 years old.
When was Abderrahmane Sissako born?
Abderrahmane Sissako was born on October 13, 1961.
What is Abderrahmane Sissako's nationality?
Abderrahmane Sissako is Mauritania.
How many works has Abderrahmane Sissako appeared in?
Abderrahmane Sissako has 4 credited works in our database.
What is Abderrahmane Sissako known for?
Abderrahmane Sissako is known for Al Zubarah, The Game, Sabriya, Our Father.
Where was Abderrahmane Sissako born?
Abderrahmane Sissako was born in Kiffa, Mauritania.