Girlhood (15)

Céline Sciamma captures a spectacular glimmer of working-class Parisian youth in this vibrant coming-of-age drama. Oppressed by dead-end and limited options at school as well a turbulent family life, Marieme joins a gang of three free-spirited girls. Seeking freedom from her own reality, Marieme quits school and changes her name to be accepted by the gang and begins embarking on a journey of self-expression and realisation. Sciamma’s visceral portrayal of young female rage and angst is coupled with a tender exploration of female friendship and solidarity.

This film is screening as part of Weekend with Céline Sciamma, a celebration of the trailblazing director’s work on the 19th and 20th of November.