Juliette Binoche

Who is Juliette Binoche?

Juliette Binoche (born 9 March 1964, Paris) is an internationally celebrated French actress whose career has spanned over four decades, in which she has brought a captivating blend of emotional depth and intellectual nuance to her roles. Raised by creative parents—Jean-Marie Binoche (a director, sculptor, and actor) and Monique Yvette Stalens (an actress, teacher, and director)—she was immersed in art from a very young age.

Binoche made her film debut in 1985 with André Téchiné’s Rendez-vous, beginning a long association with Cannes and arthouse cinema . Her breakthrough came in 1993 with Three Colours: Blue directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski, a performance that earned her both the Volpi Cup and César Award for Best Actress . In 1997, she won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for The English Patient, further cementing her place as a major global star . She received Academy Award and BAFTA nominations for Chocolat (2000) and continued to demonstrate her artistic range in films such as Certified Copy (for which she won the Cannes Best Actress Award, 2010), Clouds of Sils Maria (2014), The Taste of Things (2023), and The Return (2024).

Beyond her acting, Binoche is known for her moral and social engagement. As president of the 78th Cannes Film Festival jury in 2025, she took a principled stance—rejecting blind adoration of figures like Gérard Depardieu following his sexual assault conviction, underscoring that “true power lies elsewhere” and affirming the importance of accountability and transformation within the cinematic world . She also criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, framing it as a superficial measure, while affirming the resilience of European cinema.

Binoche’s enduring career is characterized by a consistent commitment to artistic integrity. Whether portraying heartbroken composers, compassionate nurses, or complex contemporary women, she has avoided commercial clichés, choosing roles that speak to human complexity and existential search. She remains one of the most admired actors of her generation—celebrated for both her craft and her conscience.

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Juliette Binoche Relationships in Past

André Halle (1992–1995) — with whom she had her son Raphaël
Benoît Magimel (1998–2003) — father of daughter Hana

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Juliette Binoche Wedding Overview

Juliette Binoche has never married, so there’s no wedding to describe. While she has had significant relationships—such as with André Halle in the early 1990s and Benoît Magimel around the turn of the millennium—she opted not to convert either into marriage. Consequently, there’s no wedding date, destination, or formal ceremony to outline.

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Viral News - Binoche named international jury president at Cannes 2025

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In February 2025, Juniette Binoche was appointed president of the 78th Cannes Film Festival jury, marking a significant milestone 40 years after her debut at Cannes.

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Viral News - Statement about Trump’s film tariff

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At the May 2025 Cannes festival, she criticized U.S. President Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on foreign films, calling it a bid to protect his image rather than culture, while affirming Europe’s film industry strength.

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Viral News - Response to Gérard Depardieu verdict

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Amid controversy over Depardieu’s sexual assault conviction, Binoche rejected the idea of him as untouchable, emphasizing accountability, artistic creation, and a shift away from glorifying abusers.

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Juliette Binoche Movies List

Movie Name	Release Year	Director Name	Co-Actor
Three Colours: Blue	1993	Krzysztof Kieślowski
The English Patient	1996	Anthony Minghella
Chocolat	2000	Lasse Hallström
Certified Copy	2010	Abbas Kiarostami