Jodie Foster

Born:November 19, 1962

Place of Birth:Los Angeles, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Renowned for her versatility and talent, Alicia Christian Foster, widely known as Jodie Foster, has made a significant mark in the entertainment industry as an accomplished actress and filmmaker. Born on November 19, 1962, in Los Angeles, California, Foster's career began at a young age, captivating audiences with her performances in various Disney films such as "Napoleon and Samantha" and "Freaky Friday."

Transitioning seamlessly from child star to acclaimed actress, Foster showcased her range and depth in films like "Taxi Driver," where she garnered critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her early work in movies like "Bugsy Malone" and "The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane" laid the foundation for a remarkable career that would span decades.

After studying at Yale University, Foster delved into mature roles, delivering powerful performances in films like "The Accused" and "The Silence of the Lambs," for which she received two Academy Awards for Best Actress. Her portrayal of Clarice Starling in the latter solidified her as one of Hollywood's most versatile and talented actresses, earning her widespread recognition and praise.

Beyond her acting prowess, Foster ventured into directing, showcasing her creative vision in films like "Little Man Tate" and "Money Monster." As a filmmaker, she has received accolades for her work, including Primetime Emmy Awards for producing and directing. Her directorial ventures have highlighted her storytelling abilities and further cemented her reputation as a multifaceted artist in the industry.

In addition to her work in front of and behind the camera, Foster has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award and the Cannes Film Festival's Honorary Palme d'Or. Her contributions to cinema have left an indelible impact, inspiring audiences and fellow artists alike with her dedication to her craft and commitment to storytelling.

Throughout her illustrious career, Foster has starred in a diverse range of films, from suspenseful thrillers like "Panic Room" and "Flightplan" to thought-provoking dramas like "Nell" and "The Brave One." Her ability to immerse herself in complex characters and bring them to life on screen has solidified her status as a revered and respected figure in the film industry.

As the founder of her production company, Egg Pictures, Foster has also championed storytelling that pushes boundaries and explores new perspectives. Her work behind the camera reflects her passion for storytelling and her commitment to creating compelling narratives that resonate with audiences on a profound level.

With a career spanning over five decades, Jodie Foster continues to captivate audiences with her talent, intelligence, and unwavering dedication to her craft. Whether portraying iconic characters on screen or crafting compelling stories as a director, she remains a trailblazer in the entertainment industry, leaving an enduring legacy that will inspire generations of filmmakers and film enthusiasts.

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Filmography

Acting

Taxi Driver

Iris

1976

A mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran works as a night-time taxi driver in New York City where the perceived decadence and sleaze feed his urge for violent action.

Inside Man

Madeleine White

2006

When an armed, masked gang enter a Manhattan bank, lock the doors and take hostages, the detective assigned to effect their release enters negotiations preoccupied with corruption charges he is facing.

Contact

Ellie Arroway

1997

A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action, she must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.

Elysium

Delacourt

2013

In the year 2159, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on an overpopulated, ruined Earth. Secretary Rhodes, a hard line government ofﬁcial, will stop at nothing to enforce anti-immigration laws and preserve the luxurious lifestyle of the citizens of Elysium. That doesn’t stop the people of Earth from trying to get in, by any means they can. When unlucky Max is backed into a corner, he agrees to take on a daunting mission that, if successful, will not only save his life, but could bring equality to these polarized worlds.

Panic Room

Meg Altman

2002

Trapped in their New York brownstone's panic room, a hidden chamber built as a sanctuary in the event of break-ins, newly divorced Meg Altman and her young daughter Sarah play a deadly game of cat-and-mouse with three intruders - Burnham, Raoul and Junior - during a brutal home invasion. But the room itself is the focal point because what the intruders really want is inside it.

Flightplan

Kyle

2005

Flying at 40,000 feet in a state-of-the art aircraft that she helped design, Kyle Pratt's 6-year-old daughter Julia vanishes without a trace. Or did she? No one on the plane believes Julia was ever onboard. And now Kyle, desperate and alone, can only count on her own wits to unravel the mystery and save her daughter.

The Mauritanian

Nancy Hollander

2021

The true story of the Mauritanian Mohamedou Ould Slahi, who was held at the U.S military's Guantanamo Bay detention center without charges for over a decade and sought help from a defense attorney for his release.

Maverick

Annabelle Bransford

1994

Bret Maverick is a gambler who would rather con someone than fight them, and needs an additional $3k in order to enter a winner-takes-all poker game beginning in a few days. He joins forces with a woman with a marvelous Southern accent, and the two try and enter the game.

A Very Long Engagement

Elodie Gordes

2004

Young Frenchwoman Mathilde searches for the truth about her missing fiancé, lost during World War I, and learns many unexpected things along the way. The love of her life is gone. But she refuses to believe he's gone forever — and she needs to know for sure.

The Brave One

Erica Bain

2007

A woman struggles to recover from a brutal attack by setting out on a mission for revenge.

Carnage

Penelope Longstreet

2011

Two pairs of parents hold a cordial meeting after their sons are involved in a fight, though as their time together progresses, increasingly childish behavior throws the discussion into chaos.

Sommersby

Laurel Sommersby

1993

Set in the South just after the US Civil War, Laurel Sommersby is just managing to work the farm without her husband, believed killed in battle. By all accounts, Jack Sommersby was not a pleasant man, thus when he suddenly returns, Laurel has mixed emotions. It appears that Jack has changed a great deal, leading some people to believe that this is not actually Jack but an imposter. Laurel herself is unsure, but willing to take the man into her home, and perhaps later into her heart.

NYAD

Bonnie Stoll

2023

Athlete Diana Nyad sets out at 60 to achieve a nearly impossible lifelong dream: to swim from Cuba to Florida across more than 100 miles of open ocean.

Hotel Artemis

Jean Thomas / Nurse

2018

Los Angeles, June 21st, 2028. While the streets are being torn apart by riots, the Nurse, who runs a clandestine hospital for criminals in the penthouse of the Artemis, a closed old hotel, has a rough night dealing with troublemaker clients: thieves, assassins, someone from the past and the one who owns the place and the whole city.

Nim's Island

Alexandra Rover

2008

A young girl inhabits an isolated island with her scientist father and communicates with a reclusive author of the novel she's reading.

Anna and the King

Anna

1999

The story of the romance between the King of Siam (now Thailand) and the widowed British school teacher Anna Leonowens during the 1860s. Anna teaches the children and becomes romanced by the King. She convinces him that a man can be loved by just one woman.

Little Man Tate

Dede Tate

1991

Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.

Nell

Nell Kellty

1994

In a remote woodland cabin, a small town doctor discovers Nell — a beautiful young hermit woman with many secrets.

The Beaver

Meredith Black

2011

Suffering from a severe case of depression, toy company CEO Walter Black begins using a beaver hand puppet to help him open up to his family. With his father seemingly going insane, adolescent son Porter pushes for his parents to get a divorce.

Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore

Audrey

1974

After her husband dies, Alice and her son, Tommy, leave their small New Mexico town for California, where Alice hopes to make a new life for herself as a singer. Money problems force them to settle in Arizona instead, where Alice takes a job as waitress in a small diner.

The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane

Rynn Jacobs

1976

Quiet, withdrawn 13-year-old Rynn Jacobs lives peacefully in her home in a New England beach town. Whenever the prying landlady inquires after Rynn's father, she politely claims that he's in the city on business. But when the landlady's creepy and increasingly persistent son, Frank, won't leave Rynn alone, she teams up with kindly neighbor boy Mario to maintain the dark family secret that she's been keeping to herself.

Five Corners

Linda Komkowski

1987

A psychotic young man returns to his old neighborhood after release from prison. He seeks out the woman he previously tried to rape and the man who protected her, with twisted ideas of love for her and hate for him.

Production

Money Monster

Director

2016

Financial TV host Lee Gates and his producer Patty are put in an extreme situation when an irate investor takes over their studio.

The Brave One

Executive Producer

2007

A woman struggles to recover from a brutal attack by setting out on a mission for revenge.

Little Man Tate

Director

1991

Nell

Producer

1994

In a remote woodland cabin, a small town doctor discovers Nell — a beautiful young hermit woman with many secrets.