David France is a highly acclaimed filmmaker, author, and journalist. He is best known for his documentary "How to Survive a Plague," which explores the early years of the AIDS epidemic. The film received numerous awards and nominations, including an Oscar nomination and a Peabody Award. France is also the writer and director of "The Life and Death of Marsha P. Johnson," a documentary that investigates the mysterious death of transgender activist Marsha P. Johnson. In addition to his film work, France is a contributing editor for New York Magazine and has written for various national publications. He has also authored several critically acclaimed books, including "Our Fathers" and "The Confession." For speaking engagements, please contact his agent at PepTalk.
Want to book David France for your next event?
Email david.france@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to David France directly.
What topics does David France specialise in?
David France specialises in talking about documentary filmmaking, journalism, LGBTQ+ activism and more.
What is David France's speaking style like?
David France delivers compelling narratives with passion and insight, captivating audiences through his thought-provoking documentaries and engaging storytelling. His work inspires reflection on important social issues. __
Does David France offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, David France offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.