Top 10 Best Films of Actress Lily Collins

Emily In Paris stands out as one of the hottest and trending series on Netflix, produced by Darren Star. Follow the journey of the beautiful and young Emily to the enchanting city of Paris to pursue her dreams. Here, she must adapt to a completely different environment, culture, and lifestyle from her homeland, struggling to balance everything, including the language barrier. Despite facing numerous challenges, this new life brings her intriguing experiences in work, life, new relationships, and especially love.

While the theme of turning dreams into reality is not novel, Emily In Paris has won over audiences with the relatable character of Emily, representing the majority of women. Facing many hurdles, she remains optimistic, strong, and confidently seeks solutions instead of complaining. Transitioning from a young, dynamic girl with comfortable casual wear in the U.S., when in Paris, Emily transforms into an elegant, sophisticated figure in Très Chic outfits that are notably eye-catching. To create these looks, the designers of the show combined pieces from Chanel, Dior, Christian Louboutin, Kenzo, etc., with street-style fashion such as parkas and bucket hats.

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Release Year: 2020 - present

Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Directors: Andrew Fleming, Peter Lauer, ...
Stars: Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu

IMDb Rating: 6.9

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Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil And Vile tells the life story of the notorious serial killer Ted Bundy through the memoir of his ex-girlfriend, Elizabeth Kendall. After its release, the film received mixed reviews from film critics.

The movie Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil And Vile is set in 1969 in Seattle, where law student Ted Bundy meets Elizabeth “Liz” Kendall. They date and raise her daughter Molly together. A few years later, a series of murders of women and children occurs suddenly, and a man resembling Ted Bundy is spotted at the crime scenes with a Volkswagen Beetle. After being arrested and jailed multiple times, Ted continuously tries to escape and return home to Liz, convincing her that he is innocent and not a murderer. The film depicts the horrifying crimes committed by Ted Bundy, delving into the complex relationship between the two.

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Release Year: 2019

Genres: Biography, Crime, Drama

Director: Joe Berlinger
Stars: Lily Collins, Zac Efron, Angela Sarafyan

IMDb Rating: 6.7

Beautiful, classic, elegant, or enchanting are the terms audiences use to describe Lily Collins in the movie Tolkien. Specifically, Tolkien is a film portraying the life of the author J.R.R Tolkien, the creator of the fantasy realm revolving around hobbits, elves, and dragons in The Lord of the Rings.

Tolkien is an incredibly authentic tale of the late writer's life, his beautiful youthful love story, educational journey, and military service. Throughout this path, Tolkien learned many profound lessons about love and friendship, providing the material for his creation of the fantasy world of Middle-earth. Lily Collins, playing the role of Tolkien's wife, leaves a strong impression with her classic and elegant portrayal. In her youth, she appears gentle and almost poetic, while in her maturity, she looks sophisticated and incredibly refined. The film features notable names such as Nicholas Hoult, Al Bollands, Kallum Tolkien, Craig Roberts, Harry Gilby, Colm Meaney, Laura Donnelly, Guillermo Bedward, Nia Gwynne, directed by Dome Karukoski.

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Release Year: 2019
Genres: Biography, Romance, Drama
Director: Dome Karukoski

Stars: Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, Colm Meaney
IMDb Rating: 6.8

To The Bone is a touching psychological drama depicting a rare eating disorder known as anorexia nervosa, considered a dangerous condition for those affected.

To The Bone revolves around the character Ellen, portrayed by Lily Collins, a 20-year-old girl who dropped out of college due to the eating disorder. After numerous failed attempts and struggles to cure their daughter, Ellen's family decides to seek help from the renowned medical expert, Dr. William Beckham. Frustrated with previous unsuccessful treatments, Ellen has resisted many times, but eventually, she actively participates in the treatment program for the sake of her younger sister. Throughout the film, the audience is guided through various emotions, gaining authentic and empathetic insights into the lives of patients dealing with this disorder. This is the journey that director and writer Marti Noxon had to go through.

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Release Year: 2017

Genres: Drama

Director: Marti Noxon
Stars: Rebekah Kennedy, Lily Collins, Dana L. Wilson

IMDb Rating: 6.8

Okja is a film by director Bong Joon Ho, predating his Oscar-winning masterpiece, Parasite. The narrative unfolds around a decade-long competition for the best meat-producing pig, with the condition that the winning pig must be environmentally friendly. Among the 26 'pig owners' selected are the Korean grandfather-granddaughter duo Heebong (Byun Hee-bong) and Mija (Ahn Seo Hyun). This time, the prize-winning pig is Okja, a well-fed and lively pig raised on wild berries. Okja is also a very special companion to the young Mija. Determined not to let her friend be slaughtered, Mija embarks on a journey from Seoul to New York to rescue Okja.

Fortunately for Mija, she is not alone, as she crosses paths with the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) guerrilla group, led by Red (Lily Collins), Jay (Paul Dano), K (Steven Yeun), Blond (Daniel Henshall), and Silver (Devon Bostick), who plan to sabotage Lucy Mirando's 'super pig' competition. In contrast to her usual sweet appearance, in Okja, actress Lily Collins leaves a strong impression with her red hair and nose ring. With this look, Lily becomes somewhat dark yet notably cool.

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Release Year: 2017
Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama
Director: Bong Joon Ho

Stars: Lily Collins, Tilda Swinton, Paul Dano, Ahn Seo Hyun
IMDb Rating: 7.3

The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones is a fantasy action-adventure film released in 2013, co-produced by Germany and Canada, based on the first book in the Shadowhunters series by author Cassandra Clare. The film features an international cast including Lily Collins, Jamie Campbell Bower, Robert Sheehan, Kevin Zegers, Jemima West, Godfrey Gao, Lena Headey, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Aidan Turner, Kevin Durand, and Jared Harris.

The Mortal Instruments: City Of Bones revolves around the character Clary Fray, a teenage girl who suddenly discovers the truth about her past and her half-angel heritage. One day, her mother is unexpectedly attacked and abducted by a demon, completely altering Clary's life. Now she can see the true demonic faces hidden beneath the guise of ordinary people. To save her mother, Clary must train her skills and magic to become a demon hunter. However, as the forces of darkness grow stronger, can the young girl succeed in rescuing her mother and the entire city?

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Release Year: 2013
Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Director: Harald Zwart

Stars: Lily Collins, Jamie Campbell Bower, Robert Sheehan
IMDb Rating: 5.8

Rules Don’t Apply is a romantic comedy set in the backdrop of 1950s Hollywood. The story revolves around a unique love affair between a young actress and her chauffeur. Together, they navigate through numerous challenges posed by a love forbidden by society.

Rules Don’t Apply follows Marla, a beautiful and young actress working for a wealthy tycoon named Howard Hughes. He assigns Frank as her private chauffeur, responsible for driving her to singing and dancing lessons every day. The film premiered as the opening film of the AFI Fest on November 10, 2016, and was theatrically released in the United States on November 23, 2016, by 20th Century Fox. Lily Collins, in her role as Marla Mabrey, received the New Hollywood Film Award and was nominated for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy at the prestigious Golden Globe Awards.

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Release Year: 2016
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Director: Warren Beatty

Stars: Lily Collins, Haley Bennett, Taissa Farmiga
IMDb Rating: 5.7

If you're a hardcore fan of romantic films, you certainly can't miss out on the movie Love, Rosie. It's safe to say that Love, Rosie is one of Lily Collins' most outstanding performances. Adapted from Cecelia Ahern's novel 'Where Rainbows End,' the film revolves around the close friends Rosie and Alex, who grow up together and secretly love each other, yet circumstances and misunderstandings keep them from confessing their feelings. Their love for each other silently blossoms from adolescence to adulthood, enduring life's ups and downs and the times they lose each other in the journey of life. Eventually, they find each other and realize they can't let go, prompting Alex to leave everything behind to be with Rosie.

Although not a fashion-centric film, Lily Collins shines in her beauty during this peak period. Especially when standing alongside her co-star Sam Claflin, the on-screen chemistry between the two is explosive. Love, Rosie conveys a clear and enduring message: When it comes to love, it's never too late, so be courageous in pursuing and facing the emotions within.

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Release Year: 2014

Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance

Director: Christian Ditter
Stars: Lily Collins, Sam Claflin, Christian Cooke

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Mirror Mirror is a film that reimagines the classic fairy tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs but with a more humorous twist. In this version, Snow White, after escaping death, flees into the deep forest and joins a band of rebels led by the seven dwarfs. She learns sword fighting, becomes more courageous and determined, and eventually seizes the throne, saving the kingdom and her prince from the evil queen's spell. The film modernizes the entire storyline with a completely new structure while retaining iconic elements from the original tale such as the red apple, the queen's talking magic mirror, the cottage in the deep forest with the seven dwarfs, and Snow White's iconic appearance with skin as white as snow, lips as red as roses, and hair as black as ebony.

Mirror Mirror, directed by Tarsem Singh, features captivating and visually stunning costumes with vibrant colors like deep green, radiant red, and dazzling gold. However, Lily Collins manages to look not eccentric but exceptionally beautiful in this rendition. She is hailed as one of the most beautiful Snow Whites on screen.

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Release Year: 2012

Genres: Comedy, Adventure, Drama

Director: Tarsem Singh
Stars: Lily Collins, Julia Roberts, Armie Hammer

IMDb Rating: 5.6

Stuck In Love is a romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Josh Boone. The movie features talented actors including Greg Kinnear, Jennifer Connelly, and Lily Collins. Lily Collins portrays Samantha Borgens, a woman described as perpetually skeptical about love due to her parents' broken marriage and fleeting romances she has experienced. It's not until she encounters a man named Lou, a writer, that Samantha starts to view love more positively.

The film is captivating with impressive performances that flexibly depict the characters' inner selves, revealing the true thoughts of these individuals without blame or accusation. Stuck In Love paints a realistic picture of life and love. The movie has received praise from both critics and audiences, earning a rating of 7.2 on IMDb. This is truly a script from the heart, the heart of literature.

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Release Year: 2012
Genres: Comedy, Adventure, Drama
Director: Josh Boone

Stars: Lily Collins, Greg Kinnear, Jennifer Connelly
IMDb Rating: 7.2