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Cinema is Magic

202327mMovieDocumentary

Cinema is Magic offers a rare insight into the filmmaking process of one of African cinema’s foremost directors Djibril Diop Mambéty. Interspersed with clips from his films, Mambety poetically discusses his deep love of cinema and…

DirectorSilvia Voser

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Cast · Directed by Silvia Voser

DMDjibril Diop Mambéty
Djibril Diop Mambéty
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Cinema is Magic — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cinema is Magic?

Cinema is Magic isn't streaming anywhere in India yet.

Is Cinema is Magic on Netflix?

No, Cinema is Magic is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

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Cinema is Magic isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

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Cinema is Magic hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 3, 2023. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.