My work has always been about not being conventional and male gaze is convention.
Celine SciammaRead
Films made by women belong to the history of cinema; it's just that we get erased pretty quickly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Women filmmakers have significantly contributed to cinema, yet their contributions are often overlooked.
Celine Sciamma highlights the importance of recognizing women's roles in the cinematic history, emphasizing that while they have made valuable contributions, these achievements are frequently marginalized or erased from mainstream narratives. This quote calls for greater acknowledgment and visibility of women's work in film, advocating for a more inclusive understanding of cinema's legacy.
Themes
WomenCinemaRecognitionHistoryFilmmaking
In practice
Example use cases
During a film festival celebrating female directors.
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