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Cannes, France – Sissy Spacek, the iconic actress, graced the red carpet at the 78th Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of her new film, Die, My Love. The 75-year-old star looked chic in a classic black suit, accessorized with glasses and a sparkling clutch. She joined fellow cast members Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson for photos.
Spacek, whose career spans over five decades, has previously spoken about the impact of some of her most memorable roles. In a 2018 interview, she discussed working with Martin Sheen on the 1973 film Badlands, crediting him with teaching her a great deal about acting and preparation. She also praised director Terrence Malick, calling the film a “powerful experience” and a “turning point” in her career.
Reflecting on her iconic portrayal of Carrie White in the 1976 horror classic Carrie, Spacek described immersing herself in the character, even isolating herself on set. She also highlighted the importance of research, noting how she drew details from Stephen King’s novel to inform her performance.