Title:
The Embodied Spectacle: Deconstructing the Action Cinema of Angelina Jolie
Honorable mention (action role extended):
- Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004) – Action voiceover + one live-action fight. Mostly CGI, so not “full” action.
From the sleek, high-tech assassin in Mr. & Mrs. Smith to the battle-hardened warrior in Eternals, Angelina Jolie has defined the female action hero for over two decades. While many stars dabble in the genre, Jolie built her empire on it, frequently performing her own stunts and bringing a rare blend of "cool under fire" and emotional depth to the screen.
Key Action Set Pieces (Cradle of Life):