Lydia Darly
Actress - Model - Filmmaker - Social Entrepreneur
Based in New York , USA
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Lydia Darly, a French-American award-winning powerhouse of talent, writer, and director, emerges from the vibrant Guadeloupe Islands. Her artistic journey ignited in Paris, where she joined experimental theater companies as a teenager, fueling her passion for the stage.
Venturing to Rome, Italy, Lydia showcased her acting prowess in "The Exorcist: The Beginning" alongside Stellan Skarsgard, leaving an indelible mark on various TV series.
Driven by an insatiable love for American cinema, Lydia honed her craft in New York City at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and the Susan Batson Studio.
Recently, Lydia's star power shone as she portrayed Molly Bloom in "The Ulysses Project," opposite Aiden Gillen and John Turturro, revealing her depth and versatility as an actress.
As a sought-after model, Lydia has collaborated with industry giants such as Timberland, Shopify, Optinum, Nokia, Kroll, and Workhuman, infusing each project with her unique talent and creativity.
Beyond her acting and modeling career, Lydia is the co-founder of The NOVA Frontier Film Festival & Lab, passionately championing diverse voices and emerging talent. She commands the stage as an esteemed guest speaker, sharing her wisdom at NYWIFT, Agence culturelle Africaine, and Filmshop, inspiring audiences worldwide.
AWARDS/HIGHLIGHTS
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2014 Harlem International Film Festival
BEST SHORT SHORTS for THE WAY YOU LOVE.
2014 CinemaAvennire Film Festival
BEST DIRECTOR AWARD for THE WAY YOU LOVE.
2014 Queens World Film Festival COMMUNITY AWARD.
2012 CinemAvennire Film Festival
BEST ACTRESS AWARD for SCRATCH by Riccardo Brex.