Ally Mac Tyana -dany Verissimo From District 13- Behind The Scen [2021] -
Before securing her role in District 13 , Verissimo worked briefly in the adult entertainment industry from 2001 to 2002 under the pseudonym Ally Mac Tyana. When she was cast as Lola—the fierce, independent sister of Leïto (played by parkour pioneer David Belle )—the production team faced the challenge of marketing a mainstream action film while managing her past filmography.
: While the film is famous for the parkour of David Belle and Cyril Raffaelli, the Making Of Documentary on the DVD release provides a detailed look at the preparation required for the entire cast to match the film's high-octane energy. Before securing her role in District 13 ,
Despite her talent, Verissimo never became a mainstream Hollywood star—a choice, by many accounts. She preferred French cinema and theater, and she remains a beloved figure in the parkour and martial arts communities. Today, she still trains and occasionally consults on action choreography for films. Despite her talent, Verissimo never became a mainstream