Sophie Marceau is a French actress, director, and screenwriter, born on November 17, 1966, in Paris, France. She rose to fame as a teenager with her debut role in the 1980 film La Boum, which became a huge success and established her as a prominent figure in French cinema. Marceau reprised her role in the sequel, La Boum 2 (1982), for which she won the César Award for Most Promising Actress. She gained international recognition through her role as Princess Isabelle in Braveheart (1995) alongside Mel Gibson, and later as Elektra King in the James Bond film The World Is Not Enough (1999). Marceau is admired for her performances in both French and international films, blending beauty, grace, and emotional depth in her portrayals. In addition to acting, Marceau has ventured into directing and screenwriting. Her directorial debut came with the film Parlez-moi d’amour (2002), for which she won the Best Director Award at the Montréal World Film Festival. Sophie Marceau continues to be a prominent figure in European cinema and is celebrated for her versatile talent and enduring career.