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📌 Source: Wikipedia – Anna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick is one of the most versatile American actresses of her generation. She rose to public attention thanks to the Twilight saga and has seamlessly transitioned between musicals, dramas, and animated films with remarkable ease. From her beginnings on Broadway to Hollywood, here is a complete overview of her film career.
📌 The Beginnings (2003 – 2009)
- 2003: Camp – Her first role in film, where she plays Fritzie Wagner, an ambitious teenager at a musical camp.
- 2007: Rocket Science – She shines as Ginny Ryerson, a brilliant and determined high school student.
- 2008: Twilight, Chapter I: Twilight – Anna becomes Jessica Stanley, Bella’s sarcastic friend, a role that brings her international visibility.
- 2009: Elsewhere – She plays Sarah in this lesser-known drama.
- 2009: The Marc Pease Experience – Musical comedy with Jason Schwartzman.
- 2009: Up in the Air – Alongside George Clooney, her role as Natalie Keener earns her an Oscar nomination.
🧛 The Twilight Saga (2009 – 2011)
- 2009: Twilight, Chapter II: New Moon – Jessica Stanley returns, still sarcastic.
- 2010: Twilight, Chapter III: Eclipse
- 2011: Twilight, Chapter IV: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
👉 Even though it’s not the main role, Anna adds a comedic lightness to a dark saga.
🎭 Diversification and Early Successes (2010 – 2014)
- 2010: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World – She plays Stacey Pilgrim, the hero’s sister.
- 2011: 50/50 – Touching as a young therapist facing a cancer patient.
- 2012: What to Expect When You’re Expecting – A comedic ensemble about motherhood.
- 2012: ParaNorman (voice of Courtney) – Her first foray into animation.
- 2012: The Company You Keep – Political thriller.
- 2012: End of Watch – Moving as a policeman’s girlfriend.
- 2012: Pitch Perfect (The Hit Girls) – Cult role of Beca, which will launch a trilogy.
- 2013: Drinking Buddies – An indie romantic comedy.
- 2013: Rapture-Palooza – Post-apocalyptic satire.
- 2014: Happy Christmas – A darker and more realistic role.
- 2014: Life After Beth – Horror-comedy.
- 2014: The Voices – Alongside Ryan Reynolds, she plays an endearing employee.
- 2014: The Last Five Years – A musical film inspired by a Broadway comedy.
- 2014: Into the Woods – She plays a modern Cinderella.
- 2014: Cake – With Jennifer Aniston, in an intense drama.
🎶 The Pitch Perfect Years and Action (2015 – 2017)
- 2015: Digging for Fire – Supporting role in a dramatic comedy.
- 2015: Pitch Perfect 2 – Triumphant return of Beca.
- 2015: Get a Job – Comedy about the working world.
- 2015: Mr. Right – Romantic action comedy with Sam Rockwell.
- 2016: The Hollars – Role of Rebecca in a family chronicle.
- 2016: Trolls (voice of Poppy) – Global animated success.
- 2016: The Accountant – Thriller alongside Ben Affleck.
- 2017: Table 19 – A guest trapped at a wedding.
- 2017: Pitch Perfect 3 – Musical conclusion to the saga.
🎬 New Horizons (2018 – 2025)
- 2018: A Simple Favor – Stephanie Smothers, a standout role alongside Blake Lively.
- 2019: Noelle – A Disney comedy where she plays Santa Claus’s daughter.
- 2019: The Day Shall Come – Political satire.
- 2020: Trolls World Tour (voice of Poppy).
- 2021: Stowaway – Intense space drama.
- 2022: Alice, Darling – Psychological thriller where she delivers a stunning performance.
- 2023: Trolls Band Together – Back as Poppy.
- 2023: Self Reliance – Surprising independent film.
- 2024: Woman of the Hour – Biopic directed by Anna herself.
- 2025: Another Simple Favor – Return of Stephanie Smothers in the highly anticipated sequel.
✨ An Impressive Journey
In 20 years, Anna Kendrick has built a rich and varied filmography. Able to transition from musicals to animation, from drama to thriller, she establishes herself as a complete and daring actress. Her next challenge? To shine behind the camera as well.
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