Who inspires iconic directors? Other great filmmakers. So when Martin Scorsese names the talents that’ve helped blaze a trail for him and his work, everyone should pay attention. Ousmane Sembène, the Senegalese filmmaker who has been called “the father of African cinema”, isn’t just worth celebrating because he has Scorsese’s admiration — but it’s a helluva tick of approval. The late, great Sembène is earning @sydfilmfest's love in 2024. Each year, the fest includes a retrospective…
