Eva Green

Eva Green is a French actress recognized for her intense performances and distinctive screen presence in international film and television. Green trained at Cours Eva Saint Paul in Paris and the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London before returning to the Paris stage. Her professional acting debut was in Esther Villar's play "Jalousie en trois fax," earning her a nomination for a Molière Award.

Green's transition to film began when director Bernardo Bertolucci cast her in the art film "The Dreamers," which brought her significant attention. Ridley Scott later cast her in a leading role in the historical epic "Kingdom of Heaven." Green gained further recognition as Vesper Lynd in "Casino Royale" opposite Daniel Craig, becoming the fifth French actress to portray a James Bond character. Her performance in the film, one of the highest-grossing Bond movies, earned her the BAFTA Rising Star Award. Green continued her career in European cinema, appearing in films such as "Franklyn," "Cracks," and "Womb."

On television, Green starred as Vanessa Ives in the Showtime series "Penny Dreadful," a role that received critical acclaim and a nomination for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama at the Golden Globe Awards. Her film credits also include "300: Rise of an Empire" and "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For." She is set to feature in season three of "Wednesday."

Green has collaborated with director Tim Burton on several projects, including "Dark Shadows," "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children," and "Dumbo." Her work in French-language cinema includes a leading role in the drama film "Proxima," for which she received a nomination for the César Award for Best Actress. Green has also been honored with the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. Her roles in adaptations of "The Three Musketeers"—"The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan" and "The Three Musketeers: Milady"—further showcase her range.

Green is known for her willingness to take on unconventional roles and her collaborations with directors such as Bernardo Bertolucci, Tim Burton, and Ridley Scott. Her work spans genres including psychological drama, historical epics, and supernatural thrillers, establishing her as a prominent figure in modern cinema.