Lucy Russell, a talented English actress, was born in 1972 and has made a significant impact in the film industry. She is perhaps most notable for her portrayal of the character Grace Elliott in Éric Rohmer's critically acclaimed film, L'Anglaise et le duc, which was released under the English title, The Lady and the Duke.
Russell's career in acting began with a starring role in Christopher Nolan's thought-provoking film, Following. This early collaboration between the actress and the renowned director was made possible by their shared academic background at University College, London, where Nolan studied English and Russell studied Italian.
In 2002, Russell was recognized as one of the most promising young talents in European cinema, earning the prestigious title of "Shooting Star".
