Fatima Hernadi, a renowned Moroccan actress, is widely recognized for her iconic role as Raouia. Born in the picturesque town of Azemmour in 1951, she began her educational journey in Casablanca at the esteemed Chawki high school, where she simultaneously joined the prestigious Mansour Theatre Company.
Under the tutelage of this esteemed theatre troupe, Fatima won the coveted award for best actress for her outstanding performance in the play 'Failers' at the national festival of theatre, aptly named 'perdant'. This remarkable achievement marked the beginning of her illustrious career in the world of theatre.
Prior to entering the realm of cinema, Fatima collaborated with acclaimed director Mohamed El Abazi on his 1978 film 'Atlas Treasures', thus initiating her journey in the world of filmmaking.
In 2004, she co-starred in the thought-provoking film 'Yeux Secs' alongside Narjiss Nejjar, a role that catapulted her to the forefront of Moroccan cinema. Her portrayal of a complex character in 'Saga, The Story of Men Who Never Come Back' earned her the prestigious 'Starlet' award at the Territorial Festival of Spectacle.
Fatima's impressive body of work has not gone unnoticed, as she was invited to serve as a member of the jury for the 16th edition of the International Film Festival of Marrakech, a testament to her stature within the Moroccan film industry.
