Koudous Seihon
Koudous Seihon | |
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| Born | Burkina Faso |
| Occupation | Actor |
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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] In 2021, Seihon played Ayiva in Carpignano's next film, the critically acclaimed A Chiara.[5]
Personal life
Siehon speaks several languages, including Italian, French, Arabic, Mossi, and Bissa.[1]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | A Chjàna | Ayiva | short film | |
| 2014 | Young Lions of Gypsy | Koudous | short film | |
| 2015 | Mediterranea | Ayiva | [6] | |
| 2017 | A Ciambra | Ayiva | [7] | |
| 2019 | What You Don't Know About Me | Ikendu | [8] | |
| 2020 | Tolo Tolo | Papa di doudou | ||
| 2021 | A Chiara | Ayiva | ||
| 2022 | Freetown | Bikila | short film | |
| 2024 | Basileia | Key key |
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
- ^ a b "The Backstory Of "Mediterranea," A Timely Film About Migrants In Europe". Fast Company. November 23, 2015.
- ^ "Past Winners". Stockholm Film Festival. 2012-10-11. Archived from the original on 2017-01-15. Retrieved 2018-08-23.
- ^ "The Ciambra review: rush of storytelling and style". The Guardian. June 13, 2018.
- ^ "Neorealist 'A Ciambra' captures a boy's life in a changing Italy". Los Angeles Times. February 1, 2018.
- ^ Rooney, David (2021-07-09). "'A Chiara': Film Review | Cannes 2021". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
- ^ "« Mediterranea » : deux papillons de nuit, à l'épreuve de la lumière". Le Monde (in French). August 29, 2015. Retrieved October 13, 2025.
- ^ "« A Ciambra », récit initiatique d'une adolescence rom". Le Monde (in French). September 20, 2017. Retrieved October 13, 2025.
- ^ "Quello che non sai di me". Davinotti (in Italian). Retrieved October 13, 2025.