10 Elle Fanning's Favorite Movies That Every Cinephile Should Watch

For a true movie buff, few experiences are more captivating than delving into the personal cinematic world of an admired actor.

Elle Fanning is not just a talented actress of her generation. Her filmography is a deliberate conversation with cinema, ranging from independent arthouse works to bold auteur statements.

1. 'Bringing Up Baby', 1938

IMDb Score: 7.8/10

David Huxley is an eccentric paleontologist who has spent the last four years reconstructing a brontosaurus skeleton, bone by bone.

The day before his wedding, fate brings him face-to-face with Susan, a restless young woman who sets her sights on him immediately and begins causing endless trouble in her quest to win him over.

Adding to the chaos is her aunt's leopard, Baby, who constantly gets in the way. David tries to escape Susan's clutches but gets into increasingly ridiculous situations.

2. 'The Power of the Dog', 2021

IMDb Score: 6.8/10

The Power of the Dog, Jane Campion's first movie in 12 years, tells the story of ranch-owning brothers Phil and George. When George marries a widow with a son, a family feud erupts.

Campion's film is a subtle psychological exploration of violence. The Power of the Dog received critical acclaim and won over audiences and an Oscar.

3. 'The Red Shoes', 1948

IMDb Score: 8.1/10

The Red Shoes is a flawless fusion of film, dance, animation, and music, as well as narrative rigor and experimental freedom.

The ballet, which tells the story of a pair of magical shoes that give the dancer the ability to dance like a fairy but never stop, brings Boris and Victoria enormous success.

Despite the objections of a jealous Boris, Victoria falls in love with the composer and marries him, ruining her brilliant future, as Boris warns her. Thus begins the conflict between the impresario and the lovers.

4. 'The Princess Bride', 1987

IMDb Score: 8.0/10

Buttercup, a young woman, and Westley, a farmer, fall in love. Westley sets out on a long journey to earn money for their wedding. Soon, however, news comes that Westley has died.

Unhappy, Buttercup halfheartedly prepares to marry the local prince. Before the wedding, however, the future princess is kidnapped by bandits. Only a brave hero appearing out of nowhere can save her.

5. 'The Worst Person in the World', 2021

IMDb Score: 7.7/10

At the beginning of her thirties, Julie finds herself at a crossroads in her life without a compass to guide her. She quickly abandoned her desire to become a doctor in favor of trying her hand at psychology, photography, writing, and book publishing.

Unable to make a final decision, she drifts, exploring the limits of her abilities and diving into new emotions with different partners.

6. 'To Die For', 1995

IMDb Score: 6.8/10

Suzanne's stunning looks could have made her a supermodel, but she's obsessed with becoming a TV star and will do whatever it takes to achieve her goal.

After marrying Larry, the cutest guy in their small town, Suzanne decides to launch her television career as a weather presenter at the local cable station.

However, Larry wants a normal family life, which becomes an obstacle to Suzannen's path to fame. She decides to get rid of him.

7. 'Daisies', 1966

IMDb Score: 7.2/10

Daisies is an unusual and creative work about the adventures of two girls named Marie who are not bound by societal norms.

Wearing garish clothing and black-rimmed eyes, the girls decide that, since the world is corrupt, they will be too. They try to misbehave as much as possible, destroying the world around them.

Věra Chytilová made the movie with full state financial support. However, despite the initial support, the Czechoslovakian government ultimately deemed the film "depicts debauchery" and banned it for nearly a decade.

8. 'The Virgin Suicides', 1999

IMDb Score: 7.2/10

The Lisbon family has five teenage daughters. After 13-year-old Cecilia commits suicide, her surviving sisters become the focus of intense scrutiny from the entire town, especially the neighborhood boys, who begin to stalk them.

Wanting to protect their daughters, the parents gradually isolate them from the outside world, forbidding them from leaving the house.

9. 'Parasite', 2019

IMDb Score: 8.5/10

The Kims, who don't even have internet in their basement apartment, barely make ends meet with low-paying odd jobs. During the rainy season, their modest home floods with sewage.

Every member of the family gets a job at the wealthy family's mansion. The mansion is located on a hill, towering not only over the city, but also over the lower strata of society. Gradually, the uninvited guests seize power.

10. 'I Knew Her Well', 1965

IMDb Score: 7.6/10

Adriana is an ambitious but simple-minded woman who dreams of becoming an actress. Easily influenced, she becomes increasingly immersed in the vibrant yet cruel reality of high society with each passing day.

Director Antonio Pietrangeli masterfully balances irony and tragedy to reveal the ruthlessness of a society that often views women as mere objects.

I Knew Her Well received high acclaim from critics and was included on the list of the 100 most important Italian films.