Aïssa Maïga is a talented Senegalese actress who has made a significant impact in the French film industry. Born in Dakar, Senegal in 1975 to a Senegalese-Gambian mother and Malian father, an acclaimed journalist, Aïssa's family relocated to France when she was just four years old.
Growing up in France, Aïssa discovered her passion for acting in middle school and went on to study theater in high school, where she landed various professional roles. Her big screen debut was in the 1997 film "Saraka bô," directed by Denis Amar.
Since then, Aïssa has had the opportunity to work with renowned directors such as Michel Gondry, Abderrahmane Sissako, and Michael Haneke, appearing in films like "Mood Indigo" (2013),"Bamako" (2006),"Code Unknown" (2000),and "Caché" (2005).
Aïssa's impressive range has allowed her to take on a wide variety of roles, from African to young parishioner, thanks to her fluency in multiple languages. Her performances have earned her numerous nominations and awards, including a Best Newcomer César nomination for "Bamako" (2006),the Best Actress Prize at the Bastia Film Festival for "Bianco e nero" (2008),and the Crystal Globe for Best Actress for "Anything for Alice" (2014).
Throughout her career, Aïssa has demonstrated her versatility by taking on comedic and dramatic roles, as well as genre and action movies. She has become one of the most recognizable faces in international cinema, appearing in popular and art house films alike.
Aïssa has also had the opportunity to perform in celebrated stage productions, including "Brooklyn Boy" (2004),"Les Grandes Personnes" (2011),and the French production of David Lindsay-Abaire's "Good People" (2015).
Throughout her illustrious career, Aïssa has proven herself to be a talented and dedicated actress, earning a reputation as one of the most respected and beloved figures in the French film industry.
