A native of London was born July 21, 1971. A wide circle of viewers is known for the film "Nymphomaniac". However, not everyone knows what the shooting cost the actress - the girl suffered nightmares every night. In general, her life is a good example of what isolation and embarrassment can lead to. However, Charlotte is actively struggling with her weaknesses and she does it.
A family
Since childhood, Charlotte absorbed a creative atmosphere, the spirit of which surrounded her everywhere. Her father - Serge Gainsbourg, was a famous singer, actor, poet and director. He was known as a man with a stormy temperament, which allowed a man to succeed in every hobby. Charlotte's mother, Jane Birkin, was also a talented woman: she was engaged in singing and acting. Her beauty was extraordinary and thanks to this dignity, she confidently felt in the world of fashion.
Undoubtedly, such a family atmosphere influenced the biography of Charlotte Gainsbourg. It would be strange if she did not follow in the footsteps of her parents - of course, the girl decided to try to realize her strength in creativity.
Childhood
Since childhood, Charlotte was fascinated by drawing. She didn’t even think about a film career and avoided this topic. The fact is that Charlotte Gainsbourg considered her appearance completely unsuitable for filming a movie. And also she saw by the example of her parents what the excessive emotionality and expression of public figures leads to. The constant scandals in the family, news of which immediately fell on the covers of popular magazines, weary the girl from childhood. The baby was sure that such a life was not at all suitable for her. In childhood, Charlotte preferred calm and believed that the career of an actress could harm the smooth flow of life.
Movie
However, after the formal termination of the relationship of parents, Charlotte changed her point of view.
Her debut work was the painting "Words and Music", which was released in 1984. In this tape, the actress received an insignificant role for the daughter of Catherine Deneuve.
Just two years later, Charlotte was awarded the César Award for her role in the dramatic film L'Effrontee.
In 1990, Charlotte's uncle invited her to shoot the "Cement Garden." This picture touched the souls of many viewers and helped Charlotte gain international popularity. The story of the tape tells the story of a brother and sister who, after the death of their mother and father, begin to engage in incest.
In 2000, Charlotte was again awarded the Cesar Award, but now as the best actress for her role in the film Lips.
The actress has never pursued popularity and big fees. Charlotte Gainsbourg films - deeply psychological works. They are dedicated to maximizing the immersion of the viewer in the atmosphere that the director came up with.
Today, Charlotte's filmography consists of 62 paintings, among which the following are considered the best, according to audience estimates:
- The series "Nuremberg" and "Les Miserables".
- The films “The Impudent Girl”, “Jane Air”, “21 Grams”, “The Science of Sleep”, “How to Marry and Stay Single”, “Melancholy” and “Nymphomaniac: Part 1”.
It is also worth noting films and TV shows in which Charlotte played herself, there are 24 such films. Spectators really liked the picture “A Man Who Loved Women”.
This year, the actress took part in two films. The first of them is called "The Real Crime", in which, in addition to Charlotte, starred Jim Carrey. The film was very badly received by film critics and did not deserve a single positive review. The second film of this year was the tape "It seems we were left alone." This picture was able to satisfy the tastes of most critics and collected about 60% of positive reviews.
Also in 2008, Charlotte was credited as a screenwriter in the short film My Heart Laid Bare.
Personal life
Charlotte Gainsbourg was careful in dealing with men. She absolutely did not want to repeat the fate of her parents. As a result, she met with Ivan Attal, who was engaged in directing and playing a movie. The couple has been living together since 1990, while they are in no hurry to formalize the relationship. They had three wonderful babies - Ben, Alice and Joe.
Dangerous ride
In 2007, the actress went to the United States as part of a summer vacation, from where she returned with complaints of headaches. It was decided to consult a doctor. Next, the actress was urgently taken to the hospital. Doctors diagnosed intracranial bleeding. Charlotte was operated on and the actress's condition stabilized.
This could have been avoided if the girl had spent the summer vacation without water skiing, because it was in this way that she was injured.
Interesting Facts
- Charlotte became the prototype for the girl Heather Mason in the game Silent Hill 3. The developers and creators considered her appearance ideal for this character.
- Listening to the Madonna, you can see from the corner of your ear the lines spoken by Charlotte for the soundtrack to the film “The Cement Garden”.
- The actress at the beginning of her career with contempt looked at herself on-screen. The girl was disgusted at the sight of her body. However, over time, Charlotte managed to accept herself for who she is.
- Charlotte was a very shy and reserved child. The girl was not satisfied with either her own voice or the reflection in the mirror. True, the actress liked it when strangers watched her.
- Despite the fact that Charlotte Gainsbourg starred in quite frank films, she admits that she is embarrassed to be naked in public. And this can be understood, because if a person is so disgusted with his own appearance, would he be comfortable undressing under the gaze of the audience? After filming Nymphomania, the girl had nightmares every night.
- After the death of his father, the environment put pressure on Charlotte. The actress persuaded the family to move to New York. In a new place, the girl gradually began to recover.
It is not clear where the actress came from the hostility of her appearance. In the photo, Charlotte Gainsbourg looks pretty attractive. You can see for yourself.
Music
In addition to filming a movie, the actress manages to perform as a singer. It is noteworthy that the first songs of Charlotte Gainsbourg were recorded together with her father, and the debut work was called Lemon Incest. Charlotte also creates songs for films, in which she starred. So, the soundtracks of her production sounded in "Charlotte Forever", the film "One leaves - the other remains" and others.
Between 1986 and 2009, singer Charlotte Gainsbourg released three albums, the first two being produced by her father, and the last by a man under the pseudonym Beck.
The most sincere album
Last November, Charlotte released their fifth album, Rest. This work can be called the most sincere in relation to previous music records. After all, here she touches upon the sore topics of the past, which before that she was even afraid to think about. There is no doubt in the sincerity and honesty of the words, since Charlotte wrote all the verses herself.
Charlotte's father passed away on March 2, 1991. It was to him that the singer dedicated the new album. In this collection, Charlotte Gainsbourg first touches on the topic of family relations. The singer understands that this had to be done a long time ago, however, even with such a mood in the process, she experienced mental pain. The girl is sure that the maximum sincerity allowed her to ease her soul.
Charlotte does not hide and admits that to some extent she was driven by selfish intentions - to share her story with the world, to speak out. Some believe that the singer finally began to struggle with her bashfulness.