Latcho Drom director Tony Gatlif dies aged 77
Summary
Tony Gatlif, a French film director known for celebrating Roma culture, died at age 77 while working on a film in France. He made more than 20 films, including the award-winning Latcho Drom and Gadjo Dilo, which highlighted Roma music and stories.Key Facts
- Tony Gatlif was born Michel Dahmani in 1948 in Algeria with Berber and Roma roots.
- He moved to France in 1960 during the Algerian war of independence.
- Gatlif changed his last name after being stopped by police as a child.
- His 1993 film Latcho Drom celebrates Roma music across different countries and won an award at Cannes.
- His 1997 film Gadjo Dilo won prizes including a César award for best original music.
- In 2004, his film Exils about his Algerian heritage won best director at Cannes.
- Gatlif died from a health issue while working on a historical film project in Arles, France.
- French culture minister praised his focus on music, movement, exile, and freedom in his films.
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