Uma Thurman

Born:April 29, 1970

Place of Birth:Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Uma Thurman, born on April 29, 1970, in Boston, Massachusetts, is a versatile American actress, writer, producer, and model. With a career spanning decades, Thurman has showcased her talent in a wide range of genres, from romantic comedies to action-packed blockbusters. Her magnetic presence on screen has captivated audiences worldwide, solidifying her as a Hollywood icon.

Thurman's breakout role came in the 1988 film "Dangerous Liaisons," setting the stage for her remarkable career. However, it was her portrayal of the enigmatic Mia Wallace in Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction" in 1994 that truly catapulted her to stardom. This role not only earned her critical acclaim but also garnered her prestigious award nominations, including an Academy Award and Golden Globe recognition.

Known for her collaboration with Quentin Tarantino, Thurman delivered a memorable performance as The Bride in "Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2" (2003, 2004). Her portrayal of the fierce and determined character showcased her exceptional range as an actress, earning her additional Golden Globe Award nominations and further cementing her status as a leading lady in Hollywood.

Beyond her work with Tarantino, Thurman has graced the screen in a diverse array of films, including "Gattaca" (1997), "Les Misérables" (1998), and "My Super Ex-Girlfriend" (2006). Her ability to seamlessly transition between genres and embody complex characters has made her a sought-after talent in the industry.

In addition to her film career, Thurman has made notable contributions to television, winning a Golden Globe Award for her role in the HBO film "Hysterical Blindness" (2002). Her portrayal of intriguing characters in series such as "Smash" (2012), "The Slap" (2015), and "Imposters" (2017-2018) further showcases her versatility as an actress.

Off-screen, Thurman's impact extends to the stage, as she made her Broadway debut in "The Parisian Woman" (2017-2018). Her presence in the world of entertainment goes beyond acting, as she has also delved into writing and producing, demonstrating her multifaceted talents.

With a career marked by accolades, critical acclaim, and a diverse body of work, Uma Thurman continues to captivate audiences with her magnetic performances and unwavering dedication to her craft. Her enduring legacy in the entertainment industry solidifies her as one of the most respected and talented actresses of her generation.

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Filmography

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Pulp Fiction

Mia Wallace

1994

A burger-loving hit man, his philosophical partner, a drug-addled gangster's moll and a washed-up boxer converge in this sprawling, comedic crime caper. Their adventures unfurl in three stories that ingeniously trip back and forth in time.

Red, White & Royal Blue

Ellen Claremont

2023

After an altercation between Alex, the president's son, and Britain's Prince Henry at a royal event becomes tabloid fodder, their long-running feud now threatens to drive a wedge in U.S./British relations. When the rivals are forced into a staged truce, their icy relationship begins to thaw and the friction between them sparks something deeper than they ever expected.

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

The Bride

2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief

Medusa

2010

Accident prone teenager, Percy discovers he's actually a demi-God, the son of Poseidon, and he is needed when Zeus' lightning is stolen. Percy must master his new found skills in order to prevent a war between the Gods that could devastate the entire world.

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Beatrix Kiddo / The Bride / 'Black Mamba' / Mommy

2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.

Gattaca

Irene Cassini

1997

Vincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation.

Nymphomaniac: Vol. II

Mrs. H

2013

The continuation of Joe's sexually dictated life delves into the darker aspects of her adult life and what led to her being in Seligman's care.

Oh, Canada

Emma / Gloria

2024

Famed Canadian-American leftist documentary filmmaker Leonard Fife was one of sixty thousand draft evaders and deserters who fled to Canada to avoid serving in Vietnam. Now in his late seventies, Fife is dying of cancer in Montreal and has agreed to a final interview in which he is determined to bare all his secrets at last, to demythologize his mythologized life.

Movie 43

Fake Lois Lane (segment "Super Hero Speed Dating")

2013

A series of interconnected short films are the backdrop for a maniac screenwriter who pitches insane storylines featuring some of Hollywood's biggest and brightest.

Batman & Robin

Dr. Pamela Isley / Poison Ivy

1997

Batman and Robin deal with relationship issues while preventing Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy from attacking Gotham City.

The House That Jack Built

Lady 1

2018

Failed architect, engineer and vicious murderer Jack narrates the details of some of his most elaborately orchestrated crimes, each of them a towering piece of art that defines his life's work as a serial killer for twelve years.

Burnt

Simone

2015

Adam Jones is a Chef who destroyed his career with drugs and diva behavior. He cleans up and returns to London, determined to redeem himself by spearheading a top restaurant that can gain three Michelin stars.

Be Cool

Edie Athens

2005

Disenchanted with the movie industry, Chili Palmer tries the music industry, meeting and romancing a widow of a music executive along the way.

Dangerous Liaisons

Cécile de Volanges

1988

In 18th century France, Marquise de Merteuil asks her ex-lover Vicomte de Valmont to seduce the future wife of another ex-lover of hers in return for one last night with her. Yet things don’t go as planned.

Paycheck

Rachel Porter

2003

Michael Jennings is a genius who's hired – and paid handsomely – by high-tech firms to work on highly sensitive projects, after which his short-term memory is erased so he's incapable of breaching security. But at the end of a three-year job, he's told he isn't getting a paycheck and instead receives a mysterious envelope. In it are clues he must piece together to find out why he wasn't paid – and why he's now in hot water.

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

The Bride / Beatrix Kiddo (Black Mamba) / Mommy

2011

An assassin is shot and almost killed by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.

The Kill Room

Patrice

2023

A hitman, his boss, an art dealer and a money-laundering scheme that accidentally turns the assassin into an overnight avant-garde sensation, one that forces her to play the art world against the underworld.

The Avengers

Emma Peel

1998

British Ministry agent John Steed, under direction from "Mother", investigates a diabolical plot by arch-villain Sir August de Wynter to rule the world with his weather control machine. Steed investigates the beautiful Doctor Mrs. Emma Peel, the only suspect, but simultaneously falls for her and joins forces with her to combat Sir August.

The War with Grandpa

Sally

2020

Peter is thrilled that his Grandpa is coming to live with his family. That is, until Grandpa moves into Peter's room, forcing him upstairs into the creepy attic. And though he loves his Grandpa, he wants his room back - so he has no choice but to declare war.

Final Analysis

Diana Baylor

1992

A psychiatrist becomes romantically involved with the sister of one of his patients, but the influence of her controlling gangster husband threatens to destroy them both.

The Adventures of Baron Munchausen

Venus / Rose

1988

An account of Baron Munchausen's supposed travels and fantastical experiences with his band of misfits.

Nymphomaniac: Vol. I

Mrs. H

2013

A man named Seligman finds a fainted wounded woman in an alley and he brings her home. She tells him that her name is Joe and that she is nymphomaniac. Joe tells her life and sexual experiences with hundreds of men since she was a young teenager while Seligman tells about his hobbies, such as fly fishing, reading about Fibonacci numbers or listening to organ music.

Les Misérables

Fantine

1998

In 19th century France, Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.

The Producers

Ulla

2005

Broadway producer Max Bialystock and his accountant, Leo Bloom plan to make money by charming wealthy old biddies to invest in a production many times over the actual cost, and then put on a sure-fire flop, so nobody will ask for their money back – and what can be a more certain flop than a tasteless musical celebrating Hitler.

Prime

Rafi Gardet

2005

A career driven professional from Manhattan is wooed by a young painter, who also happens to be the son of her psychoanalyst.

My Super Ex-Girlfriend

Jenny Johnson

2006

When New York architect Matt Saunders dumps his new girlfriend Jenny Johnson—a smart, sexy, and reluctant superhero known as G-Girl—she uses her powers to make his life a living hell.

The Truth About Cats & Dogs

Noelle

1996

A successful veterinarian and radio show host with low self-esteem asks her model friend to impersonate her when a handsome man wants to see her.

Beautiful Girls

Andera

1996

During a snowy winter in the small fictional town of Knight's Ridge, Massachusetts, a group of lifelong buddies hang out, drink and struggle to connect with the women who affect their decisions, dreams and desires.

QT8: The First Eight

Self (archive footage)

2019

A detailed account of the life and artistic career of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, from his early days as a video club manager to the scandalous fall in disgrace of producer Harvey Weinstein. A story about how to shoot eight great movies and become an icon of modern pop culture.

Even Cowgirls Get the Blues

Sissy Hankshaw

1994

A girl born with enormous thumbs in the repressive era of the 1950s learns to turn her quirks into assets.

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Kill Bill: Vol. 1

Characters

2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.