René Vautier
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René Vautier (French: [ʁəne votje]; 15 January 1928 – 4 January 2015) was a French film director. His films, which were often controversial with French authorities, addressed many issues, such as the Algerian War, French colonialism in Africa, pollution, racism, women's rights, and apartheid in South Africa.[1] Many were banned or condemned, and one caused him to go to prison for a year.
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Born | (1928-01-15)15 January 1928 Camaret-sur-Mer, France |
Died | 4 January 2015(2015-01-04) (aged 86) Cancale, France |
Occupation | Film director |
Known for | Afrique 50 |
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