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Maïwenn Aurélia Nedjma Le Besco (French: [majwɛn lə bɛsko]; born 17 April 1976), known mononymously as Maïwenn, is a French actress and filmmaker. Early life [ edit ] Maïwenn Le Besco was born on 17 April 1976 in Les Lilas , Seine-Saint-Denis , the daughter of artist Catherine Belkhodja and linguist Patrick Le Besco.
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- Maïwenn Le Besco, 17 April 1976 (age 47), Les Lilas, France
- 1981–present
- 2; including Shanna Besson
Maïwenn is a versatile and multicultural filmmaker who has starred in films by Luc Besson and directed social dramas. She is also known for her one-woman shows, her relationship with Besson, and her son Diego.
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- Les Lilas, Seine-Saint-Denis, France
Apr 25, 2024 · By Zack Sharf. Getty Images. “ Jeanne du Barry ” director Maïwenn is speaking out against The Independent after her interview with the publication, which posted online earlier this month, was ...
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Maïwenn is a French actress, film director and screenwriter of mixed Breton, Vietnamese, French and Algerian descent. She is known for her roles in Léon: The Professional, The Fifth Element and Polisse, and for her one-woman shows about her life in the entertainment industry.
- April 17, 1976
Apr 3, 2024 · Among France’s leading female directors, Maïwenn has shocked many women in the film industry with her views on accusations of sexual aggression. During the #MeToo movement Maïwenn lashed out at feminists and those making accusations.
Oct 2, 2023 · She Recently Attacked a Journalist at a Restaurant, Claimed That #MeToo Causes Serious Damage and Directed Johnny Depp in Her New Film, ‘Jeanne Du Barry’ A Guest at the Haifa Film Festival This Year, Franco-Algerian Filmmaker Maïwenn Says Her Worst Fear Is Losing Passion.
Maïwenn talks about her latest film, which explores a turbulent marriage and its aftermath. She reveals how she balances personal and professional emotions, and why love is not enough.
