Julia Ormond
Julia Ormond: A Life of Passion and Purpose
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Julia Ormond is a British actress born on 31 January 1969 in Esher, Surrey, England. She is also known as Julie Anne Ormond, although she has predominantly used Julia Ormond professionally.
Birth and Death Dates
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Ormond is still active in her career, with no reported passing.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Born to a British family, Ormond holds British nationality. She is an accomplished actress, recognized for her versatility in various film genres.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Esher, Surrey, Julia developed an interest in acting at a young age. Her passion led her to study at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, where she honed her craft. Ormond's early years laid the foundation for her future success.
Major Accomplishments
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Throughout her career, Ormond has accumulated numerous awards and nominations. Some notable achievements include:
Won: Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Miniseries or Television Film for 'Temple Grandin' (2010)
Nominated: Academy Award for Best Actress for 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' (2009)
Recognized with a BAFTA TV Award nomination for her performance in 'Temple Grandin'Notable Works or Actions
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Ormond has demonstrated her range by participating in various film and television projects. Some notable roles include:
My Week with Marilyn (2011) - a biographical drama where she portrayed the iconic actress, Marilyn Monroe
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) - an epic romance for which she received an Academy Award nomination
'Temple Grandin' (2010) - a TV movie that earned her a Golden Globe and several other awards
Impact and Legacy
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Julia Ormond's dedication to her craft has made a lasting impression on the entertainment industry. Her commitment to playing complex, thought-provoking roles continues to inspire audiences worldwide.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Ormond's ability to captivate audiences with her performances is a testament to her talent and perseverance. As an actress who has successfully navigated both film and television, she remains a respected figure in the industry. Her impact extends beyond her on-screen presence, as she continues to be sought after for thought-provoking projects.
Julia Ormond's life is a shining example of how passion, hard work, and dedication can lead to remarkable achievements. Her legacy serves as an inspiration to aspiring actors and filmmakers alike, reminding them that with persistence and determination, even the most ambitious goals are within reach.
Quotes by Julia Ormond
It was a fantastic learning experience and OK, I got slammed because I wasn’t Audrey Hepburn but you could have predicted that, really, if you’d opened your eyes wide enough.
For sure, you don’t believe the good stuff. I mean, the good stuff is just insane – wacky. If you don’t take it too much to heart, it does help when the negative stuff hits. And you know the negative stuff is coming. It’s got to! What comes up must come down.
For me, the only ego that needs serving in putting together a film is the story’s, the ego of the story and it’s the piece itself that you want to bring out the voice of the piece. You’re really serving that and that’s the thing that you have a basic understanding of.
At first I was a bit indignant about it, and then I realised, ‘No, that’s what people want, so that’s what is given.’ But it’s not in your control. It’s just what happens to you, and that’s what’s frightening.
When really you’ve gone to drama school and rep and then you’ve come to London and gone to auditions and you’ve worked, solidly, for years. But that all gets forgotten.
I’d say that kids working on sets, even if it’s Bambi, need to be allowed to be kids, even if they’re working, not become little adults – that to me can be distorting to kids as an experience.
And it’s not that going out for a hack is wrong or bad, I certainly don’t view it as that; it’s just that there’s something about the dressage, being put through your paces, that makes you better.
If you do anything for too long, it starts to lack edge, to become too easy. Easy is the kiss of death.
Whatever character you play, whatever film it is, whatever story it is, for me, in my training it's always something that gives you a layered character, it's understanding the secret of that character, and so whatever comes up as "Oh, I thought that person was that," you are always carrying that within you. So actually what you're playing all the way through is both and it's just what comes out in the scene or the circumstance.
