Ludivine Sagnier: “Swimming Pool,” 2003

Basking in the sun by the pool, Ludivine Sagnier looks glamorous in this black-and-white swimsuit scene from “Swimming Pool.” The 2003 thriller revolves around a British crime author seeking inspiration at her publisher’s French countryside home. Ludivine plays Julie, the publisher’s carefree and seductive daughter, who adds mystery and tension to the plot.

Her career began as a child actress in the early 1990s, but she gained international fame with films like “8 Women” and “Swimming Pool.” She received critical acclaim for her role in “8 Women,” winning the European Film Award for Best Actress in 2002. Her captivating performances have made her a standout in French cinema.