She’s awesome as Teri in the mind-blowing Netflix miniseries “My Little Reindeer.” Nava Mau became a historical figure at last night’s Emmy Awards, but why exactly?
My little reindeerit’s the most mind-blowing miniseries we’ve seen on Netflix recently. Especially when you know that this fiction is inspired by a true story, and that it is written, and embodied, by the person who lived it. It’s the story of a guy, a stand-up comedian, in the midst of post-breakup syndrome, who will find through a stranger the brief answer to his deep loneliness and his ego in need of flattery. Before he discovers that his interlocutor – who will baptize him “My little reindeer” by text message – is a real stalker. A meeting at the MiseryStephen King’s masterpiece.
During his journey, rich in terrible discoveries and traumatic revelations, but also in nuance (he is not completely white either, spoiler), our anti-hero will meet the love of his life: Teri. A trans woman he loves deeply. But whom he will disappoint. To whom he will lie, and hurt… In this role, a revelation: Nava Mau, a Mexican actress of formidable authenticity. Impossible to forget her. She leaves a mark on the retina.
But until now, Nava Mau was an excellent actress, she is now a historical figure.
By being nominated for the Emmy Awards last night, the iconic awards ceremony for TV series that honors the greatest (like Jodie Foster), Nava Mau effectively makes history as the first transgender woman nominated for best actress…
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