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Paul Seban (1929-2020)

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Birthplace:
Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria

Born:
October 21, 1929

Died:
July 1, 2020

Biography from TheMovieDB

Paul Seban was a French film director and journalist, recognized for his contributions to French cinema and television. After spending his childhood in Algeria, Seban moved to Paris at the age of 19. He graduated from the Institut des hautes études cinématographiques (IDHEC) in 1952 and began his career as an assistant director, working with filmmakers like Jean Renoir and Orson Welles. Seban directed several political documentaries focusing on anti-colonialism and communism. He collaborated with Marguerite Duras on the film adaptation of her play La Musica (1967). Seban's work is noted for its political engagement and exploration of social issues.

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Assistant Director:
1962  The Trial

Director:
1962  The Trial
1964  Portrait Souvenir: Jean Cocteau
1965  Marguerite Duras and Stripper Lolo Pigalle
1966  Marguerite Duras in the Lions' Den
1967  La Musica
1976  La Limousine
1976  Owen Wingrave
1977  Catherine

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TV Production

Director:
1976  Nouvelles d'Henry James

Writer:
1976  Nouvelles d'Henry James

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