Marie & Me

by Diane Premi

L'inis, Canada

Synopsis

This documentary explores a young woman’s journey to reconstruct her identity and confront her tumultuous past as an escort. It is a portrait of deep-seated trauma viewed through a lens of compassion and empathy. This is Mary’s journey: a dazzlingly compelling tale that offers a glimmer of hope in a world filled with darkness.

Director's biography

Diane Premi spent part of her adolescence in the Caribbean, where she learned to navigate between different cultures from a very young age. Insatiable curiosity and a constant quest for discovery led Diane to Quebec, where she earned her stripes as a production manager and produced a series of web and television content. She has since been refining her documentary filmmaking skills learned at L’inis. 

Credits

Director: Diane Premi

Screenplay: Diane Premi

Cinematography: Nicolas Venne

Editing: Annie Jean

Music: Maxime Fortin

Specifications

Original title: Marie & moi

Running time: 11'

Film type: Documentary

Country: Canada

Completion date: June 2024