Celine Sciamma
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning French Filmmaker; Recognized International Contemporary Cinematic Artist; Known for "Girlhood" & "Tomboy"
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Celine Sciamma Biography
Céline Sciamma is recognized for her distinctive contributions to contemporary international cinema, particularly in the realm of French film. Before attending La Fémis, the French film school, Sciamma earned a master's degree in French literature at Paris Nanterre University. Initially focused on screenwriting and criticism, Sciamma was encouraged to direct by filmmaker Xavier Beauvois, who chaired her evaluation panel. She wrote her first original script for "Water Lilies" as part of her final evaluation at La Fémis. "Water Lilies" was selected for screening in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival and won the Louis Delluc Award for a first film. The film also secured three nominations for the César Awards, with Sciamma nominated for Best Debut.
Sciamma's subsequent features established her as a filmmaker known for precision and empathy in storytelling. Her film "Tomboy" was written and shot in a condensed timeframe before premiering at the Berlin International Film Festival, where it won the Teddy Award for films with queer topics. The film was later included in French educational programs. "Girlhood" was selected for the Directors' Fortnight section at Cannes and also screened at the Toronto International Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival. In interviews, Sciamma described "Girlhood," "Water Lilies," and "Tomboy" as a trilogy of coming-of-age films. In addition to directing, Sciamma contributed as a screenwriter to Claude Barras' animated film "My Life as a Courgette" and André Téchiné's "Being 17."
With her fourth film, "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," Sciamma achieved international recognition, receiving numerous nominations and awards at film festivals and award ceremonies. The film won the Best Screenplay award and the Queer Palm at Cannes, making Sciamma the first woman to receive the latter. It was also nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Sciamma was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Her fifth feature, "Petite Maman," premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and later screened at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, where it won the Audience Award. MK2 Films acquired rights to Sciamma's complete filmography, premiering a re-edited version of "Tomboy" at the Berlin Film Festival, where Sciamma received an honorary Teddy Award for her cultural and artistic impact.
Beyond filmmaking, Sciamma is active as an advocate and public intellectual in the film industry. She has served as co-president of the Society of Film Directors (SRF) and co-founded the Collectif 50/50 pour 2020, aiming for gender parity in the French film industry. Sciamma gained international attention at the Cannes Film Festival, leading a group of women in protest against the underrepresentation of women's work. She and the "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" team also made headlines by walking out of the César Awards in protest. Sciamma's work consistently explores themes such as gender fluidity, sexual identity among girls and women, and the female gaze. Her films, particularly "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," have sparked global discussions on the female gaze and have become significant within contemporary feminist culture.
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How much does it cost to book Celine Sciamma for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Celine Sciamma, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Celine Sciamma, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Celine Sciamma speak about?
Celine Sciamma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as European Heritage, Television & Film, Influential Women, Women, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, LGBTQ and Celebrity. -
Where does Celine Sciamma travel from?
Celine Sciamma generally travels from Paris, France and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Celine Sciamma?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Celine Sciamma for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Celine Sciamma for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Celine Sciamma or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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