Emerald Fennell
Academy Award-Winning Director, Actress & Writer Known for "Promising Young Woman," "Saltburn" & "The Danish Girl"
Emerald Fennell is a British actress, filmmaker, and writer who has achieved considerable recognition in her field. She has been acknowledged with an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, and nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards. Fennell's acting career includes roles in notable period films such as "Albert Nobbs," "Anna Karenina," and "The Danish Girl." She has also claimed a significant presence on television, with a starring role in the BBC One drama series "Call the Midwife" and a portrayal of Camilla Parker-Bowles in the Netflix drama series "The Crown."
Beyond acting, Fennell has shown her versatility in the entertainment industry with her work behind the scenes. She was the showrunner for season two of the BBC spy thriller series "Killing Eve," a role that garnered her two Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Her prowess as a director was showcased in her feature film directorial debut with the thriller "Promising Young Woman," which earned her the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Fennell's creativity also extends to the stage, having written the book for Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical "Cinderella." She continued her directorial journey with her second film, the psychological thriller "Saltburn."
Fennell's career is marked by a blend of acting, writing, and directing, making her a multi-talented presence in the industry. Her work has graced screens big and small, from the Sundance Film Festival with "Promising Young Woman" to the Broadway stage with "Cinderella." She has collaborated with numerous renowned figures in the industry, like Margot Robbie and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Her upcoming projects include an adaptation of Emily Brontë’s novel "Wuthering Heights" in 2024.
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