Rosanna Arquette

Rosanna Arquette is an actress, director, and producer whose career spans nearly five decades in film and television. Arquette began her career as a teenager with a role in the Movie of the Week "The Dark Secret of Harvest Home," which starred Bette Davis. She continued with several television roles before making her film debut. Her performance in "The Executioner's Song" earned her critical attention and an Emmy nomination.

Arquette co-starred in "Desperately Seeking Susan" alongside Madonna, earning a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. She is known for her work in independent films such as "After Hours" and "Nobody's Fool," in addition to "Desperately Seeking Susan." Her film credits also include "Baby It's You," "The Big Blue," "Nowhere to Run," "Pulp Fiction," "Crash," "The Whole Nine Yards," and "Joe Dirt." Over her career, Arquette has received multiple awards and nominations from major industry organizations. In 2026, she was featured in the Charli xcx mockumentary "The Moment."

As a director, Arquette helmed the documentary "Searching for Debra Winger." Through her Flower Child Productions company, she directed and produced this documentary, which examines ageism and sexism in Hollywood through interviews with more than 35 women, including Debra Winger, Laura Dern, Jane Fonda, Daryl Hannah, Salma Hayek, Frances McDormand, Gwyneth Paltrow, Meg Ryan, Alfre Woodard, and Patricia Arquette. The film addresses gender inequality in the entertainment industry and has maintained cultural relevance.

Arquette has been an advocate for women in Hollywood, publicly addressing issues of gender inequality and sexual misconduct. She was among the first to share information with journalist Ronan Farrow regarding allegations against Harvey Weinstein, contributing to the broader #MeToo movement. Arquette has continued to appear in both film and television, with credits including "Draft Day," "Lovesong," and "Holy Lands," and contributed to the documentary "Untouchable," which examined the downfall of Weinstein. Her ongoing work in acting, directing, and advocacy highlights her influence at the intersection of film, television, and social change.