Juliette Binoche Quotes

A collection of quotes by Juliette Binoche.

Juliette Binoche is a critically acclaimed French actress renowned for her versatility and captivating performances in both French and international cinema. She was born on March 9, 1964, in Paris, France. Binoche's passion for acting emerged at a young age, and she studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur d'Art Dramatique in Paris.

She made her breakthrough in 1985 with the film "Rendez-vous," which earned her a César Award for Most Promising Actress. Binoche's remarkable talent and dedication soon drew attention from around the world, leading to notable roles in films such as "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" (1988) and "Trois Couleurs: Bleu" (1993), for which she won the Best Actress award at the Venice Film Festival.

Throughout her career, Binoche has collaborated with renowned directors, including Krzysztof Kieślowski, Abbas Kiarostami, and Jean-Luc Godard. She has established herself as a force in both European and Hollywood cinema, appearing in films such as "Chocolat" (2000), "The English Patient" (1996), and "Clouds of Sils Maria" (2014), for which she won the Best Supporting Actress at the César Awards and became the first French actress to win the Best Supporting Actress category at the Academy Awards.

Binoche's talent and dedication have earned her numerous accolades throughout her career, including César Awards, BAFTA Awards, and an Academy Award. She continues to captivate audiences with her extraordinary performances and remains a prominent figure in the global film industry.

Being a famous actress may give you a sense of being importa

Being a famous actress may give you a sense of being important, but believe me, it's just an illusion.

Juliette Binoche


I think it's the same simple thing for everyone - to be happ

I think it's the same simple thing for everyone - to be happy, and have love in your life.

Juliette Binoche


Choosing to be in the theatre was a way to put my roots down

Choosing to be in the theatre was a way to put my roots down somewhere with other people. It was a way to choose a new family.

Juliette Binoche

Family

It's never been my purpose to become an American icon, or mo

It's never been my purpose to become an American icon, or more famous or richer.

Juliette Binoche

Famous

Movies are open doors, and at every door, I change character

Movies are open doors, and at every door, I change character and life.

Juliette Binoche

Movies

For me, habit is just a synonym for death.

For me, habit is just a synonym for death.

Juliette Binoche

Death

But I think it's a little different in Europe, because 40 is

But I think it's a little different in Europe, because 40 is really the best age for a woman. That's when we hit our peak and become this ripe fruit.

Juliette Binoche

Age

I believe that being an actress or being involved in a movie

I believe that being an actress or being involved in a movie has to be a life experience, otherwise why go for it? I have to change me, and I have to learn things, and I have to push me and my limits. By acting, I find a freedom inside of a prison in a way.

Juliette Binoche

Experience

I've never thought of my characters as being sad. On the con

I've never thought of my characters as being sad. On the contrary, they are full of life. They didn't choose tragedy. Tragedy chose them.

Juliette Binoche

Sad