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Fiona Shaw

Fiona Shaw

Born:10. juuli 1958

Place of Birth:County Cork, Ireland

Known For:Acting

Biography

Fiona Shaw, born Fiona Mary Wilson on July 10, 1958, is a distinguished Irish actress known for her remarkable work in both film and theatre. Throughout her career, she has showcased her immense talent on prestigious stages such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, solidifying her reputation as a versatile performer with a captivating presence.

Renowned for her exceptional performances, Shaw has garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress on two occasions. Her portrayals in plays such as "Electra," "As You Like It," and "Machinal" have not only earned her critical acclaim but also established her as a powerhouse in the theatrical world.

Making her mark on Broadway, Shaw captivated audiences with her portrayal of the title role in "Medea," which earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play. Her ability to embody complex characters with depth and authenticity has consistently captivated audiences and critics alike.

In the realm of film, Shaw has left an indelible mark with her memorable performances in a variety of projects. From her role as Petunia Dursley in the beloved "Harry Potter" film series to her appearances in acclaimed films like "My Left Foot," "The Tree of Life," and "Colette," she has showcased her range as an actress with a penchant for bringing characters to life.

On the small screen, Shaw has continued to shine, captivating audiences with her portrayal of Carolyn Martens in the hit series "Killing Eve," for which she received a BAFTA TV Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her versatility is further demonstrated in her roles in series such as "Fleabag," where she received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series.

With a career spanning decades, Fiona Shaw's talent and dedication to her craft have solidified her status as one of Ireland's greatest film actors. Her ability to seamlessly transition between stage, film, and television roles speaks to her versatility and enduring impact on the entertainment industry.

Beyond her impressive acting resume, Shaw's contributions have been recognized with honors such as being made an Honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by Queen Elizabeth II in 2001. Her commitment to her artistry and her ability to breathe life into every character she portrays have cemented her legacy as a true icon of the screen and stage.

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Petunia Dursley

2001

Harry Potter has lived under the stairs at his aunt and uncle's house his whole life. But on his 11th birthday, he learns he's a powerful wizard—with a place waiting for him at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As he learns to harness his newfound powers with the help of the school's kindly headmaster, Harry uncovers the truth about his parents' deaths—and about the villain who's to blame.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Petunia Dursley

2002

Cars fly, trees fight back, and a mysterious house-elf comes to warn Harry Potter at the start of his second year at Hogwarts. Adventure and danger await when bloody writing on a wall announces: The Chamber Of Secrets Has Been Opened. To save Hogwarts will require all of Harry, Ron and Hermione’s magical abilities and courage.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Petunia Dursley

2004

Year three at Hogwarts means new fun and challenges as Harry learns the delicate art of approaching a Hippogriff, transforming shape-shifting Boggarts into hilarity and even turning back time. But the term also brings danger: soul-sucking Dementors hover over the school, an ally of the accursed He-Who-Cannot-Be-Named lurks within the castle walls, and fearsome wizard Sirius Black escapes Azkaban. And Harry will confront them all.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Petunia Dursley

2007

Returning for his fifth year of study at Hogwarts, Harry is stunned to find that his warnings about the return of Lord Voldemort have been ignored. Left with no choice, Harry takes matters into his own hands, training a small group of students to defend themselves against the dark arts.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

Petunia Dursley

2010

Harry, Ron and Hermione walk away from their last year at Hogwarts to find and destroy the remaining Horcruxes, putting an end to Voldemort's bid for immortality. But with Harry's beloved Dumbledore dead and Voldemort's unscrupulous Death Eaters on the loose, the world is more dangerous than ever.
IF

IF

Grandmother

2024

After discovering she can see everyone's imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids.
Pixels

Pixels

Prime Minister (uncredited)

2015

Video game experts are recruited by the military to fight 1980s-era video game characters who've attacked New York.
Enola Holmes

Enola Holmes

Miss Harrison

2020

While searching for her missing mother, intrepid teen Enola Holmes uses her sleuthing skills to outsmart big brother Sherlock and help a runaway lord.
Fracture

Fracture

Judge Robinson

2007

A husband is on trial for the attempted murder of his wife, in what is seemingly an open/shut case for the ambitious district attorney trying to put him away. However, there are surprises for both around every corner, and, as a suspenseful game of cat-and-mouse is played out, each must manipulate and outwit the other.
That Christmas

That Christmas

Ms. Trapper (voice)

2024

It's an unforgettable Christmas for the townsfolk of Wellington-on-Sea when the worst snowstorm in history alters everyone's plans — including Santa's.
The Tree of Life

The Tree of Life

Grandmother

2011

The impressionistic story of a Texas family in the 1950s. The film follows the life journey of the eldest son, Jack, through the innocence of childhood to his disillusioned adult years as he tries to reconcile a complicated relationship with his father. Jack finds himself a lost soul in the modern world, seeking answers to the origins and meaning of life while questioning the existence of faith.
Super Mario Bros.

Super Mario Bros.

Lena

1993

Mario and Luigi, plumbers from Brooklyn, find themselves in an alternate universe where evolved dinosaurs live in hi-tech squalor. They're the only hope to save our universe from invasion by the dino dictator, Koopa.
The Black Dahlia

The Black Dahlia

Ramona Linscott

2006

In 1940s Los Angeles, two former boxers-turned-cops must grapple with corruption, narcissism, stag films and family madness as they pursue the killer of an aspiring young actress.
Dorian Gray

Dorian Gray

Agatha

2009

Seduced into the decadent world of Lord Henry Wotton, handsome young aristocrat Dorian Gray becomes obsessed with maintaining his youthful appearance, and commissions a special portrait that will weather the winds of time while he remains forever young. When Gray's obsession spirals out of control, his desperate attempts to safeguard his secret turn his once-privileged life into a living hell.
Ammonite

Ammonite

Elizabeth Philpot

2020

In 1840s England, palaeontologist Mary Anning and a young woman sent by her husband to convalesce by the sea develop an intense relationship. Despite the chasm between their social spheres and personalities, Mary and Charlotte discover they can each offer what the other has been searching for: the realisation that they are not alone. It is the beginning of a passionate and all-consuming love affair that will defy all social bounds and alter the course of both lives irrevocably.
The Avengers

The Avengers

Father

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.
My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown

My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown

Dr. Eileen Cole

1989

No one expects much from Christy Brown, a boy with cerebral palsy born into a working-class Irish family. Though Christy is a spastic quadriplegic and essentially paralyzed, a miraculous event occurs when, at the age of 5, he demonstrates control of his left foot by using chalk to scrawl a word on the floor. With the help of his steely mother — and no shortage of grit and determination — Christy overcomes his infirmity to become a painter, poet and author.
Lizzie

Lizzie

Abby Borden

2018

Massachusetts, 1892. An unmarried woman of 32 and a social outcast, Lizzie lives a claustrophobic life under her father's cold and domineering control. When Bridget Sullivan, a young maid, comes to work for the family, Lizzie finds a sympathetic, kindred spirit, and a secret intimacy soon blossoms into a wicked plan.
Catch and Release

Catch and Release

Mrs. Ellen Douglas

2006

For a grieving fiancée, learning to love again requires the help of her late love's three best friends.
Jane Eyre

Jane Eyre

Mrs. Reed

1996

After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meet the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Mr. Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Mr. Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?

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