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French Thriller 'Malditos' Premieres on Max, Competes at Canneseries

The series, directed by Jean-Charles Hue, explores the struggles of a marginalized Yéniche clan facing eviction in the Camargue.

<em> Malditos </em>: la série choc de Max au cœur d’un clan gitan.
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Overview

  • 'Malditos,' available to stream on Max as of May 2, 2025, marks a shift toward regionally focused storytelling for the platform.
  • Directed by Jean-Charles Hue and Olivier Prieur, the series spotlights a Yéniche clan grappling with environmental displacement and inter-clan tensions.
  • The plot centers on Sara Torrès, played by Céline Sallette, a matriarch fighting to protect her family while navigating secrecy and forbidden love.
  • Set in a decaying amusement park, the series weaves a Shakespearean tragedy of honor, violence, and exclusion.
  • Selected as the only French series in competition at Canneseries 2025, 'Malditos' is drawing early critical attention for its gritty portrayal of marginalized communities.