
Girlhood
dir. Céline Sciamma
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8 sourcesSynopsis
Oppressed by her family setting, dead-end school prospects and the boys law in the neighborhood, Marieme starts a new life after meeting a group of three free-spirited girls. She changes her name, her dress code, and quits school to be accepted in the gang, hoping that this will be a way to freedom.
Critics consensus
Powerfully acted and smartly scripted, Girlhood offers a fresh perspective on familiar cinematic territory.

Directed byCéline Sciamma
StarringKaridja Touré, Assa Sylla, Lindsay Karamoh, Mariétou Touré, Idrissa Diabaté, Cyril Mendy
Written byCéline Sciamma
CinematographyCrystel Fournier
EditingJulien Lacheray
MusicPara One
Girlhood
2014 · 1h 52m
Drama
Oppressed by her family setting, dead-end school prospects and the boys law in the neighborhood, Marieme starts a new life after meeting a group of three free-spirited girls. She changes her name, her dress code, and quits school to be accepted in the gang, hoping that this will be a way to freedom.
Critics Consensus
Powerfully acted and smartly scripted, Girlhood offers a fresh perspective on familiar cinematic territory.
