Abderrahmane Sissako
Abderrahmane Sissako is a Mauritanian filmmaker celebrated for his visually stunning and socially conscious films. His acclaimed works, including 'Timbuktu' and 'Bamako,' address themes of cultural identity, globalization, and the impacts of conflict in Africa. Sissako's unique narrative style and ability to blend realism with poetic elements have earned him recognition on the international film circuit, making him a prominent figure in contemporary African cinema.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 5,928 | $240,000 | 140$ |
| Burkina Faso | 1 | 9.00 | 0.40% | +0% | 20,903,273 | 82,949 | $17,000 | 67$ |
| Totals | 2 | 31,099,982 | 88,877 | $257,000 | 207$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Burkina Faso:
Abderrahmane Sissako is the Mauritanian director of the film Black Tea, which opened the FESPACO 2025 projections.
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Portugal:
Abderrahmane Sissako is another African filmmaker influenced by Souleymane Cissé's work.
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