Elle Fanning

Born:April 9, 1998

Place of Birth:Conyers, Georgia, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Elle Fanning, born Mary Elle Fanning on April 9, 1998, is a versatile American actress who has captivated audiences with her talent and charm. Making her debut as a child actress in the heartwarming drama "I Am Sam" in 2001, Elle quickly proved that she had inherited the family's acting genes. She continued to shine in various films, showcasing her range and depth at a young age.

Transitioning smoothly from child roles to more mature characters, Elle Fanning took on challenging projects that highlighted her acting prowess. She delivered captivating performances in films such as "Somewhere" and "Super 8," earning praise for her emotional depth and authenticity on screen. Elle's dedication to her craft and ability to bring characters to life set her apart in the competitive world of Hollywood.

One of Elle's most notable roles came as Princess Aurora in the fantasy films "Maleficent" and "Maleficent: Mistress of Evil," where she brought a fresh and modern take to the classic character. Balancing big-budget productions with independent films, Elle showcased her versatility by delving into a wide range of genres and styles, from dramas to thrillers, always leaving a lasting impression on audiences.

In 2020, Elle Fanning took on the challenging role of Catherine the Great in the Hulu series "The Great," displaying her acting range and earning critical acclaim for her performance. Her portrayal of the iconic historical figure garnered her award nominations, solidifying her status as a talented and respected actress in the industry. Elle's commitment to her roles and her ability to embody complex characters with depth and nuance have cemented her as a rising star in Hollywood.

Continuing to push boundaries and explore new opportunities, Elle Fanning expanded her repertoire by making her Broadway debut in the play "Appropriate" in 2023, showcasing her versatility on stage. She also tackled the role of Michelle Carter in the Hulu limited series "The Girl from Plainville," proving her ability to tackle challenging and thought-provoking material with grace and skill.

In her latest project, the biographical drama "A Complete Unknown," Elle Fanning takes on the role of a character based on Suze Rotolo, further demonstrating her commitment to portraying complex and compelling women on screen. With each new role, Elle continues to captivate audiences with her talent, grace, and dedication to her craft, solidifying her status as one of Hollywood's most promising young actresses.

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Filmography

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Maleficent

Princess Aurora

2014

A beautiful, pure-hearted young woman, Maleficent has an idyllic life growing up in a peaceable forest kingdom, until one day when an invading army threatens the harmony of the land. She rises to be the land's fiercest protector, but she ultimately suffers a ruthless betrayal – an act that begins to turn her heart into stone. Bent on revenge, Maleficent faces an epic battle with the invading King's successor and, as a result, places a curse upon his newborn infant Aurora. As the child grows, Maleficent realizes that Aurora holds the key to peace in the kingdom – and to Maleficent's true happiness as well.

A Complete Unknown

Sylvie Russo

2024

New York, early 1960s. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives in the West Village with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Daisy Age 7

2008

Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all sorts of unusual adventures over the course of his life, it is his relationship with Daisy, and the hope that they will come together at the right time, that drives Benjamin forward.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Princess Aurora

2019

Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play.

Ballerina

Félicie Milliner (voice)

2016

In 1879 Paris, a young orphan dreams of becoming a ballerina and flees her rural Brittany for Paris, where she passes for someone else and accedes to the position of pupil at the Grand Opera house.

Déjà Vu

Abbey

2006

Called in to recover evidence in the aftermath of a horrific explosion on a New Orleans ferry, Federal agent Doug Carlin gets pulled away from the scene and taken to a top-secret government lab that uses a time-shifting surveillance device to help prevent crime.

Super 8

Alice Dainard

2011

In 1979 Ohio, several youngsters are making a zombie movie with a Super-8 camera. In the midst of filming, the friends witness a horrifying train derailment and are lucky to escape with their lives. They soon discover that the catastrophe was no accident, as a series of unexplained events and disappearances soon follows. Deputy Jackson Lamb, the father of one of the kids, searches for the terrifying truth behind the crash.

Babel

Debbie Jones

2006

Tragedy strikes a married couple vacationing in the Moroccan desert, which jumpstarts an interlocking story involving four different families.

We Bought a Zoo

Lily Miska

2011

Benjamin has lost his wife and, in a bid to start his life over, purchases a large house that has a zoo – welcome news for his daughter, but his son is not happy about it. The zoo is in need of renovation and Benjamin sets about the work with the head keeper and the rest of the staff, but, the zoo soon runs into financial trouble.

I Am Sam

Lucy (2 Years Old)

2001

Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.

All the Bright Places

Violet

2020

Two teens facing personal struggles form a powerful bond as they embark on a cathartic journey chronicling the wonders of Indiana.

The Neon Demon

Jesse

2016

When aspiring model Jesse moves to Los Angeles, her youth and vitality are devoured by a group of beauty-obsessed women who will take any means necessary to get what she has.

Astro Boy

Grace (voice)

2009

Set in the futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy (Atom) is a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist in the image of the son he had lost. Unable to fulfill his creator's expectations, Astro embarks on a journey in search of acceptance, experiencing betrayal and a netherworld of robot gladiators, before returning to save Metro City and reconcile with the father who rejected him.

Daddy Day Care

Jamie

2003

Two men get laid off and have to become stay-at-home dads when they can't find jobs, which inspires them to open their own day-care center.

Live by Night

Loretta Figgis

2016

A group of Boston-bred gangsters set up shop in balmy Florida during the Prohibition era, facing off against the competition and the Ku Klux Klan.

20th Century Women

Julie

2016

In 1979 Santa Barbara, California, Dorothea Fields is a determined single mother in her mid-50s who is raising her adolescent son, Jamie, at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women – Abbie, a free-spirited punk artist living as a boarder in the Fields' home and Julie, a savvy and provocative teenage neighbour – to help with Jamie's upbringing.

Trumbo

Nikola Trumbo

2015

The career of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo is halted by a witch hunt in the late 1940s when he defies the anti-communist HUAC committee and is blacklisted.

Twixt

V. 2011

A struggling horror writer visiting a small town on a book tour gets caught up in a murder mystery involving a young girl. That night in a dream, he is approached by a mysterious young ghost named V.

Because of Winn-Dixie

Sweety Pie Thomas

2005

A girl, abandoned by her mother when she was three, moves to a small town in Florida with her father. There, she adopts an orphaned dog she names Winn-Dixie. The bond between the girl and her special companion brings together the people in a small Florida town and heals her own troubled relationship with her father.

Somewhere

Cleo

2010

After withdrawing to the Chateau Marmont, a passionless Hollywood actor reexamines his life when his eleven-year-old daughter surprises him with a visit.

How to Talk to Girls at Parties

Zan

2017

In 1970s London, a teenage outsider named Enn falls in love with a rebellious alien girl named Zan, who has come to Earth for a party. Together, they navigate the complexities of intergalactic culture and the trials of first love.

I Think We're Alone Now

Grace

2018

After a catastrophe destroys most of humanity, recluse Del lives in his small, empty town, content with the utopia he has methodically created for himself, until an interloper, young Grace, disrupts his solitude.

Galveston

Rocky

2018

After a violent encounter, Roy finds Rocky and sees something in her eyes that prompts a fateful decision. He takes her with him as he flees to Galveston, an action as ill-advised as it is inescapable.

Young Ones

Mary Holm

2014

In a future where water is scarce, a farmer defends his land and hopes to rejuvenate his parched soil. However, his daughter's boyfriend schemes to steal the land for himself.

A Rainy Day in New York

Ashleigh Enright

2019

Two young people arrive in New York to spend a weekend, but once they arrive they're met with bad weather and a series of adventures.

Production

All the Bright Places

Producer

2020

Two teens facing personal struggles form a powerful bond as they embark on a cathartic journey chronicling the wonders of Indiana.