Tony Gatlif obituary
French film director Tony Gatlif has passed away at age 77. Known as 'cinema’s Gypsy auteur,' he directed over 20 films that celebrated Roma culture, music, and history.
Why it matters
Gatlif was a significant figure in world cinema, particularly for his unique focus on the Roma community and his contribution to arthouse film.
Tony Gatlif, right, with James Thierrée, on location for Korkoro, 2009. Tony Gatlif, right, with James Thierrée, on location for Korkoro, 2009. Movies Obituary Tony Gatlif obituary Algerian-born French director of more than 20 films that celebrated Roma culture
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