About

Known credits:
8
Birthday:
1929-10-21
Place of birth:
Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria
Website:
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Paul Seban

Overview

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.

Known for

Directing
1977 Catherine Directing Director N/A
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1976 Owen Wingrave Directing Director N/A
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1976 La Limousine Directing Director N/A
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1967 La Musica Directing Director 58
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1966 Marguerite Duras in the Lions' Den Directing Director 59
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1965 Marguerite Duras and Stripper Lolo Pigalle Directing Director 59
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1964 Portrait Souvenir: Jean Cocteau Directing Director N/A
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1962 The Trial Directing Assistant Director 66
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