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
Pour le plaisir
1964
The Trial
1962
Henry James Stories
1976
Catherine
1977
Marguerite Duras in the Lions' Den
1966
La Musica
1967
Marguerite Duras and Stripper Lolo Pigalle
1965
Owen Wingrave
1976
Solidarité avec le peuple Vietnamien en lutte
1969
Portrait Souvenir: Jean Cocteau
1964
Les mystérieux tueurs fous
1986
La Limousine
1976
FILMOGRAPHY
All
Movies
TV
Directing
12
Writing
1