Koudous Seihon

Koudous Seihon is a Burkinabé actor best known for his roles in the Italian films Mediterranea and A Ciambra.

Early life

While from Burkina Faso, Seihon eventually left the country to seek employment in Italy, where he worked as an orange picker and African community leader.[1]

Acting career

In 2015, Seihon was cast by Jonas Carpignano to star in Mediterranea, a role for which Seihon received numerous accolades.[2] Two years later, Seihon garnered a major part in Carpiganon's second feature, A Ciambra.[3][4]

Personal life

Siehon speaks several languages, including Italian, French, Arabic, Moshi, and Bissa.[1]

Awards and nominations
Year Award Category Work Result
2015 Cairo International Film Festival Best Actor Mediterranea Won
2015 Stockholm Film Festival Best Actor Mediterranea Won
2015 Zurich Film Festival Special Mention Mediterranea Won
2016 Independent Spirit Awards Best Male Lead Mediterranea Nominated

References
  1. "The Backstory Of "Mediterranea," A Timely Film About Migrants In Europe". Fast Company. November 23, 2015.
  2. "Past Winners". Stockholm Film Festival. 2012-10-11. Archived from the original on 2017-01-15. Retrieved 2018-08-23.
  3. "The Ciambra review: rush of storytelling and style". The Guardian. June 13, 2018.
  4. "Neorealist 'A Ciambra' captures a boy's life in a changing Italy". Los Angeles Times. February 1, 2018.
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