“Well, I certainly was exposed to and learned to appreciate the work of great directors early on. As a kid, my mother used to take me to see really interesting arty films in Los Angeles.”

American actress and filmmaker

Jodie Foster, born Alicia Christian Foster, is an American actress and filmmaker. She began as a child actor and later became a leading figure in film, with a career that spans several decades. She is known for her range as a performer and for moving between acting and filmmaking with ease. Her work has been recognized with two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, and the Honorary Palme d'Or.