Cinema is Magic
Cinema is Magic offers a rare insight into the filmmaking process of one of African cinema’s foremost directors Djibril Diop Mambéty. Interspersed with clips from his films, Mambety poetically discusses his deep love of cinema and philosophical approach to life and making art. Director Silvia Voser, had a long-standing working relationship with Mambéty having worked as a producer on Le Franc (1994). Her documentary captures the auteur’s hopeful outlook on cinema and its infinite possibilities.
Cast: Djibril Diop Mambéty
Cinema is Magic
If you want to know it all, you’ll shatter magic. Cinema is magic.
Cinema is Magic offers a rare insight into the filmmaking process of one of African cinema’s foremost directors Djibril Diop Mambéty. Interspersed with clips from his films, Mambety poetically discusses his deep love of cinema and philosophical approach to life and making art. Director Silvia Voser, had a long-standing working relationship with Mambéty having worked as a producer on Le Franc (1994). Her documentary captures the auteur’s hopeful outlook on cinema and its infinite possibilities.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Silvia Voser
- Studio
- Waka Films
Maturity rating
MA 15+Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English, French, Wolof
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
