Interview with Elle Fanning, star of Sentimental Value and Predator

Interview with Elle Fanning, Star of Sentimental Value and Predator

Numéro met Elle Fanning at the Cannes Film Festival. The actress stars in Sentimental Value, Predator, The Neon Demon, and Super 8. With her doll-like face, ethereal beauty, and immense talent, Elle Fanning is considered one of the prodigies of American cinema.

Elle began her career as a child actress, working with Sofia Coppola. She attended Cannes both to present Sentimental Value, released in August 2025, and to serve as an ambassador for L’Oréal Paris.

A Versatile Actress

At just 27 years old, American actress and producer Elle Fanning boasts a long, impressive career spanning over 50 films and series across 25 years in Hollywood. She has played a wide range of roles, from an alien with eerie beauty to innocent, vulnerable girls, ethereal princesses, and authoritarian empresses.

"Elle Fanning can easily charm and unsettle her audience. A striking paradox that has made her one of the most fascinating and disconcerting figures of her generation."

Recent and Upcoming Projects

Appeared in Sofia Coppola's films as her muse.
Promoted Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value, which won the Grand Prix at the 2025 Cannes closing ceremony.
Set to star in the challenging film Predator: Badlands this Fall.

Elle Fanning continues to expand her career while representing L’Oréal Paris on the international stage.

Author's Summary

Elle Fanning, renowned for her diverse roles and captivating presence, remains a powerful and evolving figure in modern American cinema.

Numéro Magazine — 2025-11-03