Films on the Green: Girlhood by Céline Sciamma

Thursday, September 8, 2016

7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Films on the Green 2016 @ Columbia presents Céline Sciamma's third feature "Girlhood" at Columbia University on September 8, 2016 at 7:30 pm.

BANDE DE FILLES, directed by Céline Sciamma, 2014, 1h52
with Karidja Touré, Assa Sylla, Lindsay Karamoh

Fed up with her abusive family situation, lack of school prospects and the “boys’ law” in the neighborhood, Marieme (Karidja Touré) starts a new life after meeting a group of three free-spirited girls. She changes her name, her style, drops out of school and starts stealing to be accepted into the gang. When her home situation becomes unbearable, Marieme seeks solace in an older man who promises her money and protection. Realizing this sort of lifestyle will never result in the freedom and independence she truly desires, she finally decides to take matters into her own hands.

Presented in partnership with the Columbia Maison Française

Film in French with English subtitles
FREE and open to the public
No alcohol allowed. In the event of rain, the screening will be held in the Maison Française, East Gallery, Buell Hall.