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3mo ago

Nadia Melliti Wins Best Actress at Cannes for Groundbreaking Role in 'La Petite Dernière'

The 23-year-old newcomer shines in Hafsia Herzi's critically acclaimed adaptation of Fatima Daas's novel, exploring identity and sexual emancipation.

Nadia Melliti dans La Petite Dernière de Hafsia Herzi.
Le nouveau film d’Hafsia Herzi (ici, en 2025) est adapté du roman de Fatima Daas, publié en 2020.
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Overview

  • Nadia Melliti, a 23-year-old non-professional actress, received the Best Actress award at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival for her debut role in 'La Petite Dernière.'
  • Hafsia Herzi's film, adapted from Fatima Daas's 2020 autobiographical novel, also won the Queer Palm for its portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes.
  • The film tells the story of a young Muslim woman navigating her sexual identity and societal expectations, earning praise for its sensitivity and authenticity.
  • Melliti was discovered through a wild casting call in Paris and had no prior acting experience, making her performance a standout achievement.
  • 'La Petite Dernière' is set for theatrical release on October 1, 2025, following its success at Cannes.