Mati Diop
DirectingAbout Mati Diop
Mati Diop (born June 22, 1982) is a French-Senegalese actress and film director. She directed the 2019 film Atlantics, for which she became the first black female director to be in contention for the Cannes Film Festival's highest prize, the Palme d'Or. At Cannes, Atlantics won the Grand Prix.
Mati Diop Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mati Diop reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Mati Diop's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 15% of Mati Diop's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Queens of Drama, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mati Diop Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mati Diop's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mati Diop has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Queens of Drama | Mimi's Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Both Sides of the Blade | Gabrielle | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | In My Room | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hermia & Helena | Danièle | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | L for Leisure | Stacey | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Fort Buchanan | Justine | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Fort Buchanan: Hiver | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Simon Killer | Noura | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Another World | Sita | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Sleepwalkers | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | A History of Mutual Respect | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Yoshido (The Other Life) | Amy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | 35 Shots of Rum | Joséphine | Hit | Similar → |
Mati Diop - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mati Diop?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mati Diop is "Queens of Drama" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Mati Diop acted in?
Mati Diop has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mati Diop?
Other notable films include "35 Shots of Rum", "Simon Killer", and "In My Room".