Mélanie Laurent

Born:21. veebruar 1983

Place of Birth:Paris, France

Known For:Acting

Biography

Mélanie Laurent, born on February 21, 1983, in France, is a versatile talent known for her captivating performances as an actress and filmmaker. With a career spanning over two decades, she has solidified her place in the French film industry and gained international recognition for her work in various acclaimed films.

At the age of sixteen, Laurent made her acting debut in the romantic drama "The Bridge," setting the stage for a successful career ahead. She quickly rose to prominence with her compelling performances in French cinema, earning accolades such as the Étoiles d'Or for Best Female Newcomer for her role in "Dikkenek" in 2006.

Laurent's breakthrough came with the 2006 drama "Don't Worry, I'm Fine," where she showcased her talent and earned the prestigious César Award for Most Promising Actress. Her Hollywood debut in Quentin Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" further solidified her reputation as a versatile and skilled actress, winning critical acclaim and awards for her portrayal of Shosanna Dreyfus.

Beyond her mainstream success in films like "Now You See Me" and "Operation Finale," Laurent has also delved into independent cinema with projects like "Paris" and "Enemy," showcasing her range and dedication to her craft. Her ability to seamlessly transition between different genres and languages has made her a sought-after talent in the industry.

In addition to her acting career, Laurent has explored her passion for filmmaking, making her directorial debut with the short film "De moins en moins" in 2008. She later went on to direct feature films like "The Adopted" and "Respire," showcasing her talent behind the camera and receiving critical acclaim for her directorial skills.

Not limited to the screen, Laurent has also showcased her talents on stage in France, further demonstrating her versatility as a performer. Her foray into music with the release of her studio album "En attendant" in 2011 highlights her creative pursuits beyond acting and filmmaking, showing her multi-faceted artistic abilities.

With a career marked by accolades, critical acclaim, and a dedication to her craft, Mélanie Laurent continues to captivate audiences with her nuanced performances and creative endeavors, solidifying her status as a powerhouse in the world of cinema.

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Inglourious Basterds

Shosanna

2009

In Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a group of Jewish-American soldiers known as "The Basterds" are chosen specifically to spread fear throughout the Third Reich by scalping and brutally killing Nazis. The Basterds, lead by Lt. Aldo Raine soon cross paths with a French-Jewish teenage girl who runs a movie theater in Paris which is targeted by the soldiers.

Freedom

2024

Inspired by the true events of one of France's most notorious non-violent robbers, Bruno Sulak, in the 1980s. He led multiple heists, then captured public attention for his many daring escapes from police custody...always to reunite with his beloved lover and accomplice Annie, becoming both France's Public Enemy #1 and an icon of Freedom.

6 Underground

Two

2019

After faking his death, a tech billionaire recruits a team of international operatives for a bold and bloody mission to take down a brutal dictator.

Murder Mystery 2

Claudette

2023

After starting their own detective agency, Nick and Audrey Spitz land a career-making case when their billionaire pal is kidnapped from his wedding.

Enemy

Mary

2014

A mild-mannered college professor discovers a look-alike actor and delves into the other man's private affairs.

Oxygen

Elizabeth 'Liz' Hansen

2021

A woman wakes in a cryogenic chamber with no recollection of how she got there, and must find a way out before running out of air.

The Mad Women's Ball

Geneviève Gleizes

2021

A woman who is unfairly institutionalized at a Paris asylum plots to escape with the help of one of its nurses. Based on the novel 'Le bal des folles' by Victoria Mas.

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.

Operation Finale

Hanna Elian

2018

In 1960, a team of Israeli secret agents is deployed to find Adolf Eichmann, the infamous Nazi architect of the Holocaust, supposedly hidden in Argentina, and get him to Israel to be judged.

Beginners

Anna Wallace

2011

Oliver meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna only months after his father Hal Fields has passed away. This new love floods Oliver with memories of his father, who, following the death of his wife of 44 years, came out of the closet at age 75 to live a full, energized, and wonderfully tumultuous gay life – which included a younger boyfriend.

Return of the Hero

Elisabeth Beaugrand

2018

France, 1809. Captain Neuville is called to the front, leaving his future bride heartbroken. Her sister decides to write letters on his behalf to cheer her up.

By the Sea

Lea

2015

Set in France during the mid-1970s, Vanessa, a former dancer, and her husband Roland, an American writer, travel the country together. They seem to be growing apart, but when they linger in one quiet, seaside town they begin to draw close to some of its more vibrant inhabitants, such as a local bar/café-keeper and a hotel owner.

Night Train to Lisbon

Young Estefania

2013

Raimund Gregorius, having saved a beautiful Portuguese woman from leaping to her death, stumbles upon a mesmerizing book by a Portuguese author, which compels him to suddenly abandon the boring life he has led for years and to embark on an enthralling adventure. In search of the author, Gregorius acts as detective, pulling together pieces of a puzzle that involves political and emotional intrigue and the highest possible stakes. His voyage is one that transcends time and space, delving into the realms of history, medicine and love, all in search of true meaning to his life.

Dikkenek

Natacha

2006

Jean-Claude is a loud-mouthed, know-it-all and full time boor who is best friends with Stef, a self-styled lady killer who would do better with the fairer sex if he could work up the ambition to wake up in the morning. Stef has decided that he may need some help in finding the woman of his dreams, and embracing loyalty rather than logic he turns to Jean-Claude for advice.

The Beat That My Heart Skipped

Minskov's Girlfriend

2005

A ruthless real estate agent discovers a passion for piano and auditions with help from a young virtuoso, but the pressures of his corrupt career threaten to derail his musical aspirations.

Tootmine

Freedom

Writer

2024

The Mad Women's Ball

Director

2021

A woman who is unfairly institutionalized at a Paris asylum plots to escape with the help of one of its nurses. Based on the novel 'Le bal des folles' by Victoria Mas.

No Limit

Producer

2022

Roxana Aubrey decides to drop her studies and escape her life in Paris for a free diving course in the south of France. She is quickly pulled into a life that reaches new depths brought by the weight of an ocean's descent.

Galveston

Director

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.