Girlhood

Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
Girlhood image - a film by Céline Sciamma
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Girlhood poster - a film by Céline Sciamma
Very fine. Touré’s performance is quite remarkable. Sciamma is an accomplished filmmaker and this sympathetic, insightful and non-judgmental movie succeeds beautifully in illuminating what are surely universal experiences for disenfranchised urban teenage girls. It’s very well worth seeing
David Stratton
THE WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN
This is a beautiful film. This young woman’s coming-of-age story is an empowering journey, and it feels like you’re travelling somewhere unexplored as we see her negotiate through a moral and urban maze. Wonderfully shot… it’s visually so strong. Sciamma has commendable empathy as a filmmaker, and the way she brings these girls into focus, pulling them beyond simple archetypes marked by poverty and marginalistion, is a great achievement. You’ll fall in love with the film.
Jason Di Rosso
ABC RADIO NATIONAL
Shows the real Paris, the Paris with grit, the Paris where people holler at each other on the subway, the multicultural Paris, the city where not everything looks perfect. It’s a truly honest, original script, visually convincing and unlike so many other coming-of-age films.
Sarah Barratt
THE MUSIC
Director: Céline Sciamma
Cast: Karidja Touré, Assa Sylla, Lindsay Karamoh, Mariétou Touré
Duration: 112mins
Country of Origin: France
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Coarse language
Very fine. Touré’s performance is quite remarkable. Sciamma is an accomplished filmmaker and this sympathetic, insightful and non-judgmental movie succeeds beautifully in illuminating what are surely universal experiences for disenfranchised urban teenage girls. It’s very well worth seeing
David Stratton
THE WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN
This is a beautiful film. This young woman’s coming-of-age story is an empowering journey, and it feels like you’re travelling somewhere unexplored as we see her negotiate through a moral and urban maze. Wonderfully shot… it’s visually so strong. Sciamma has commendable empathy as a filmmaker, and the way she brings these girls into focus, pulling them beyond simple archetypes marked by poverty and marginalistion, is a great achievement. You’ll fall in love with the film.
Jason Di Rosso
ABC RADIO NATIONAL
Shows the real Paris, the Paris with grit, the Paris where people holler at each other on the subway, the multicultural Paris, the city where not everything looks perfect. It’s a truly honest, original script, visually convincing and unlike so many other coming-of-age films.
Sarah Barratt
THE MUSIC

OPENING NIGHT – 2014 CANNES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – DIRECTOR’S FORTNIGHT
OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2014 SAN SEBASTIAN FILM FESTIVAL
OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2014 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2014 BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL
OFFICIAL SELECTION – 2015 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
WINNER – 2015 ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL - Critics' Prize

From acclaimed writer/director Céline Sciamma (Tomboy, Water Lilies), GIRLHOOD is a stunning and emotionally affecting story of female friendship and empowerment, set in districts of Paris that you may never have experienced on screen.

Mariame (an incendiary, star-making performance from Karidja Touré) is a shy 16-year-old who lives with her mostly absent mother, a domineering older brother, and two younger sisters of whom she largely takes responsibility for caring. Left behind at high school where she’s told her grades are too poor to continue, Mariame is soon lured out of her shell by three vivacious neighborhood teens. Enthralled by their bravado and brash energy, Mariame quickly adopts their flashier look and adapts to their bolder and often reckless behavior, making both foolish and brave choices as she struggles towards independence.

GIRLHOOD finds irresistible energy in these young characters for whom attitude is everything. Featuring sumptuous cinematography and a jubilant soundtrack, the film builds momentum with every scene, and exudes life from every frame.

Girlhood poster - a film by Céline Sciamma

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