Rita Maiden is a French actress who has distinguished herself in cinema, mainly in supporting roles. She achieved international fame with her role as Sophie, the neighbor and key witness, in Justine Triet's Oscar-winning film *Anatomie d'une chute* (2023). Her performance in this acclaimed legal thriller earned her widespread acclaim for her authenticity.

She is appreciated for her ability to embody older women, often neighbors or down-to-earth, observant figures, bringing depth and subtlety to her performances. Her style is characterized by measured, unpretentious, and deeply human acting, which allows her to make complex characters believable even in seemingly secondary roles.