Guillemette Odicino is a French film critic and cultural journalist known for her sharp insight and warm, articulate presence across major media outlets. As cheffe de la rubrique cinéma à Télérama, she has become one of the most recognizable critical voices in contemporary French cinema journalism, shaping conversations around film culture with a blend of rigor, curiosity, and emotional intelligence. Her work extends beyond print: she appears regularly on television and radio, including Canal+’s Le Cercle Cinéma and France Inter’s programs, where her commentary bridges cinephile depth with accessible storytelling.

Deeply engaged in questions of representation and gender in cinema, Odicino is an active member of the Collectif 50/50, advocating for parity and diversity in the film industry. Her writing often explores how the cinematic gaze shapes our understanding of women on screen, drawing from her own evolution as a viewer and critic. She has spoken publicly about the shift from internalizing the traditional male gaze to embracing works that center women’s experiences, a transformation that informs her critical voice and her commitment to cultural changeLe fil des images.

Beyond her professional roles, Odicino participates in festival juries, public debates, and editorial initiatives that champion emerging filmmakers and new perspectives. Her cinephilia is rooted in both intellectual engagement and personal passion — a lifelong relationship with film shaped by curiosity, empathy, and a desire to understand how stories shape us. This combination of expertise and humanity has made her a respected figure in French film criticism and a thoughtful advocate for a more inclusive cinematic landscape.