Age: 65
female
Katherine Matilda Swinton (born November 5, 1960) is an award-winning British actress of Scottish descent, known for her versatile roles in independent films and blockbusters. She is a recipient various accolades throughout her long career, including an Academy Award and two BAFTA Awards, in addition to being nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and five Screen Actors Guild Awards. Swinton began her career by appearing in experimental films starting with Caravaggio (1986), followed by The Last of England (1988), War Requiem (1989), and The Garden (1990). She won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival for her portrayal of Isabella of France in Edward II (1991). She next starred in Sally Potter's Orlando (1992), for which she received a nomination for the European Film Award for Best Actress. She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her performance in The Deep End (2001), and followed this with appearances in Vanilla Sky (2001), Adaptation (2002), Constantine (2005), Julia (2008), and I Am Love (2009). For the film Young Adam (2003), she won the British Academy Scotland Award for Best Actress. Her performance in Michael Clayton (2007) won her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. Additionally, she won the European Film Award for Best Actress and received a nomination for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for the psychological thriller We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011). Swinton has also played the White Witch in The Chronicles of Narnia series (2005–2010) and the Ancient One in the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise. Swinton was awarded the Richard Harris Award by the British Independent Film Awards in recognition of her contributions to the British film industry. In 2013, she was given a special tribute by the Museum of Modern Art. In 2020, Swinton was awarded the British Film Institute Fellowship, the highest honour presented by the institution, for her "daringly eclectic and striking talents as a performer and film-maker and recognizes her great contribution to film culture, independent film exhibition and philanthropy." That same year, The New York Times ranked her thirteenth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century up to that point.
In the dystopian world of 2371, where corporations have more power than the government, The Ronin (Ryan Gosling), a former lively man turned silent assassin, wields a laser sword. Haunted by the death of his partner, The Ronin is driven by a burning desire for revenge against the powerful and manipulative Wallace Corp, led by Johnathan Wallace (Bryan Cranston). The corporation holds more influence than the government, controlling every aspect of society. Guided by his boss, Neil (Liev Schreiber), a wise yet angry man, and supported by Waves (Trevante Rhodes), a cool and laid-back fellow assassin and friend, The Ronin plans an infiltration mission into the heart of the Wallace Corp's main building. Their goal is to expose the corporation's dark secrets and challenge their control over the city. During the mission, The Ronin is unexpectedly captivated by the kindness and empathy of a woman named Bella (Daniela Melchior), who works at the front desk of the corporation. As The Ronin continues his mission, torn between his thirst for revenge and his growing connection with Bella, they uncover shocking truths about the Wallace Corp's oppressive regime and its grasp on society.
