Interview with Elle Fanning, Star of Sentimental Value and Predator
At the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, Numéro met American actress and producer Elle Fanning. Known for her doll-like features and graceful presence, she has built an impressive career spanning over 25 years in Hollywood, taking part in more than 50 films and series.
Early Career and Recognition
Fanning began acting in childhood, working early on with Sofia Coppola. Her performances in Maleficent, Somewhere, The Neon Demon, The Great, Super 8, and A Complete Unknown have showcased her artistic range and ability to embody complex characters — from ethereal and mysterious figures to vulnerable or commanding roles.
Cannes 2025 and Sentimental Value
In Cannes, Fanning presented Sentimental Value, directed by Joachim Trier, which earned the Grand Prix at the closing ceremony. The film’s success confirmed her position as one of Hollywood’s most magnetic and versatile performers. During the festival, she also represented L’Oréal Paris as an ambassador.
“Elle Fanning can easily charm and unsettle her audience — a paradox that defines her allure.”
New Horizons
Later in 2025, Fanning will appear in the action film Predator: Badlands, a bold new chapter in the legendary franchise titled The Fall. Her growing influence in cinema and fashion continues to affirm her as one of the most captivating figures of her generation.
Filmography Highlights
- Sentimental Value (2025)
- Predator: Badlands (2025)
- The Neon Demon (2016)
- Super 8 (2011)
- Maleficent (2014)
- The Great (2020–2023)
Author’s Summary: Elle Fanning stands as a luminous and versatile artist, blending cinematic depth, elegance, and fearless transformation across roles and genres.