Eva Green

Eva Gaëlle Green, born on July 6, 1980, is a French actress known for her versatile performances across theatre and film. She is the daughter of actress Marlène Jobert and began her career on the stage before transitioning to the big screen. Green made her film debut in Bernardo Bertolucci's The Dreamers (2003), showcasing her talent early on. One of her notable early roles was portraying Sibylla, Queen of Jerusalem, in Ridley Scott's historical epic Kingdom of Heaven (2005).


However, it was her role as Vesper Lynd, the Bond girl in the James Bond film Casino Royale (2006), that propelled her to international fame. Her performance earned her the BAFTA Rising Star Award, solidifying her place in Hollywood. Following this success, Green starred in various independent films, including Cracks (2009), Womb (2010), and Perfect Sense (2011).
In 2014, Green showcased her versatility by portraying Artemisia in the 300 sequel 300: Rise of an Empire and Ava Lord in the Sin City sequel Sin City: A Dame to Kill For. She has also collaborated with director Tim Burton on multiple occasions, appearing in Dark Shadows (2012), Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (2016), and Dumbo (2019).


Green's television work includes starring as Morgan Pendragon in the Starz series Camelot (2011) and earning critical acclaim for her role as Vanessa Ives in the Showtime horror drama series Penny Dreadful (2014–2016). Her performance in Penny Dreadful earned her a nomination for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama at the 73rd Golden Globe Awards, further highlighting her talent and range as an actress.


Eva Gaëlle Green, born on July 6, 1980, is of French and Swedish descent. She is the daughter of Marlène Jobert, a French actress and author, and Walter Green, a Swedish dentist and occasional actor. Green also has a fraternal twin sister named Joy, who was born two minutes after her.
Raised in France, Green spent time between London and Ireland during her upbringing. She attended the American University of Paris, where she pursued her education in an English-speaking environment. Despite being quiet in school, Green developed a passion for acting from a young age. At 14, she decided to pursue acting professionally after being inspired by Isabelle Adjani's performance in The Story of Adele H.


Green's interest in psychology led her to explore complex characters with psychological depth in her roles. She furthered her acting training at the Cours Eva Saint Paul in Paris and the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London. During her time in drama school, she often gravitated towards playing darker, more villainous roles, finding it cathartic to channel her emotions into her characters.
With her diverse background and dedication to her craft, Green has established herself as a versatile actress known for her captivating performances on both stage and screen.


Eva Green made her film debut in 2003 with Bernardo Bertolucci's The Dreamers, where she portrayed Isabelle. The role involved extensive nudity and graphic sex scenes, causing some concern from her agent and parents due to the film's potential impact on her career. Despite the initial reservations, Green felt comfortable filming the scenes under Bertolucci's guidance. Her performance was well-received, drawing comparisons to Liv Tyler's work. Despite being cut for the American market, Green expressed surprise at the decision, given the prevalence of violence in media.


Following her debut, Green appeared in Arsène Lupin (2004), playing Lupin's love interest. Although she enjoyed the role, she generally prefers more complex characters. Her performance in The Dreamers caught the attention of Ridley Scott, who cast her in Kingdom of Heaven (2005) as Sibylla, Princess of Jerusalem. Despite being hired just a week before filming began and facing tense circumstances, Green appreciated the film's ambiguity. However, much of her screen time was ultimately cut from the theatrical release, though restored in the director's cut. Green's portrayal received mixed reviews, with some praising her regal presence while others found her character lacking depth.


Eva Green was initially considered for roles in The Constant Gardener and The Black Dahlia before landing the role of Vesper Lynd in the 2006 James Bond film Casino Royale. Although she initially turned down the role due to concerns about the typical portrayal of Bond girls, she reconsidered after reading the script and finding the character of Vesper to be far deeper. Her performance as Vesper was highly praised, earning her a BAFTA and an Empire award.
Following her success in Casino Royale, Green portrayed the witch Serafina Pekkala in the 2007 film adaptation of The Golden Compass. She then appeared in Franklyn and Cracks, showcasing her versatility in roles ranging from a tormented artist to a teacher at a girls' school. In 2009, she starred in Womb, a film exploring themes of cloning and loss.
Green was also considered for roles in Un Secret and Lars von Trier's controversial film Antichrist, but ultimately did not participate due to various reasons. Despite the missed opportunities, Green continued to pursue challenging roles, signing with United Talent Agency in the US and starring as Morgan le Fay in the first season of Starz's series Camelot. She described the character as "real ballsy" and appreciated the opportunity to explore a complex role over the course of multiple episodes.

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