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.
Tilda Swinton
Lydia Davis
for Lydia Davis in Dust and Thunder (1996)
Suggested by twelvenooblordx71
In the lawless American Wild West of 1896, former outlaw Jake Dalton seeks redemption while retired lawman Samuel McAllister battles his haunted past. When ruthless outlaw Cole Travis and his gang unleash terror upon the town of Dry Creek, Jake and Samuel reluctantly join forces. With the aid of Sarah, a spirited saloon owner, they rally townsfolk to stand against the gang's tyranny. As tension mounts, a final confrontation looms, pushing their courage and redemption to the limit. In dusty streets, intense shootouts, thrilling horseback chases, and heart-pounding standoffs, the townsfolk fight for their freedom and the chance to reclaim their lives from lawlessness. Through sacrifice and unlikely partnerships, "Dust and Thunder" captures the essence of the classic Western genre while introducing fresh perspectives and compelling characters. With Clint Eastwood as Jake Dalton, Sam Elliott as Samuel McAllister, and Jeff Bridges as Cole Travis, this film delivers an unforgettable cinematic experience, blending action, drama, and a touch of romance. Directed by Lawrence Davis, it pays homage to the iconic Westerns of the past while offering a captivating tale of redemption, loyalty, and the price of justice in the rugged American frontier.
