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Usmar Ismail
Indonesian film director (1921–1971) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Usmar Ismail (20 March 1921 – 2 January 1971) was an Indonesian film director, author, journalist and revolutionary of Minangkabau descent. He is widely regarded as the native Indonesian pioneer of the cinema of Indonesia.
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Usmar Ismail | |
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![]() Ismail, c. 1955 | |
Born | 20 March 1921 |
Died | 2 January 1971(1971-01-02) (aged 49) |
Nationality | Indonesian |
Occupation(s) | Director, film producer, writer |
Years active | 1950–1970 |
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