Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sofia Coppola
How Sofia Coppola built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Sofia Coppola is a highly acclaimed American filmmaker, recognized for her distinctive visual style and introspective narratives. As a director, screenwriter, producer, and former actress, she has achieved critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, a Golden Lion, and a Cannes Film Festival Award. Her films often explore themes of isolation, privilege, and female identity, establishing her as a prominent voice in contemporary cinema.
1972: Acting Debut in The Godfather
In 1972, Sofia Coppola made her acting debut as an infant in her father's film, The Godfather.
1983: Appearance in The Outsiders and Rumble Fish
In 1983, Sofia Coppola appeared in her father's films The Outsiders and Rumble Fish.
1984: Appearance in The Cotton Club and Frankenweenie
In 1984, Sofia Coppola acted in her father's film The Cotton Club and also in Frankenweenie under the name Domino.
1986: Appearance in Peggy Sue Got Married
In 1986, Sofia Coppola appeared in the film Peggy Sue Got Married.
1988: Partnered with Roman Coppola to found Commercial Pictures
In 1988, Sofia Coppola partnered with Roman Coppola to found Commercial Pictures, a low-budget movie production company funded by American Zoetrope.
1989: Co-writing Life Without Zoe
In 1989, Sofia Coppola co-wrote Life Without Zoe with her father.
1990: Portrayal of Mary Corleone in The Godfather Part III
In 1990, Sofia Coppola portrayed Mary Corleone in The Godfather Part III.
1992: Appearance in Inside Monkey Zetterland
In 1992, Sofia Coppola appeared in the independent film Inside Monkey Zetterland.
1994: Coppola Co-Founds Clothing Line Milk Fed
In 1994, Coppola co-founded the clothing line Milk Fed in Japan with Stephanie Hayman, in cooperation with Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth.
1998: First Short Film Lick the Star
In 1998, Sofia Coppola made her first short film Lick the Star, which led her to pursue a directing career.
1999: Background Appearance in Star Wars: Episode I
In 1999, Sofia Coppola appeared in the background of George Lucas' Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace as Saché.
1999: Directorial Debut with The Virgin Suicides
In 1999, Sofia Coppola made her feature film directing debut with The Virgin Suicides, an adaptation of Jeffrey Eugenides' novel.
2001: Coppola Becomes Face of Marc Jacobs' Daisy Fragrance
In 2001, fashion designer Marc Jacobs selected Coppola as the "face" of his fragrance, Daisy, with campaign photographs shot by Jürgen Teller.
2003: Academy Award for Lost in Translation
In 2003, Sofia Coppola received the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Lost in Translation and was nominated for Best Director.
2006: Direction of Marie Antoinette
In 2006, Sofia Coppola directed the historical drama Marie Antoinette.
December 2008: Coppola's Miss Dior Chérie Commercial Premiere
In December 2008, Coppola's commercial for the Christian Dior fragrance Miss Dior Chérie, starring model Maryna Linchuk, premiered during an episode of Gossip Girl.
November 2010: DGA Screening of Somewhere
In November 2010, Sofia Coppola was interviewed by Joel Coen at the DGA screening of Somewhere in New York City.
2010: Direction of Somewhere
In 2010, Sofia Coppola directed the family drama Somewhere.
2013: Direction of The Bling Ring
In 2013, Sofia Coppola directed the satirical crime drama The Bling Ring.
October 2014: Coppola Launches Christmas Ads for Gap
In October 2014, Coppola launched a series of Christmas advertisements for the clothing chain Gap.
2017: Direction of The Beguiled
In 2017, Sofia Coppola directed the southern gothic thriller The Beguiled.
2017: Coppola Directs La Traviata
In 2017, before pre-production on The Beguiled, Coppola directed a modern take on All'Opera's production of La Traviata, with Valentino Garavani designing the costumes.
2020: Direction of On the Rocks
In 2020, Sofia Coppola directed the comedy On the Rocks.
2023: Direction of Priscilla
In 2023, Sofia Coppola directed the biographical drama Priscilla.
2024: Coppola Releases Lip Balms with Augustinus Bader
In 2024, Coppola collaborated with skincare brand Augustinus Bader to release a line of lip balms.
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