Scene from Morvern Callar (2002)

First Appearances:

• Morvern Callar (2002) as Lanna Phimister

Most Important Roles:

• Morvern Callar (2002) as Lanna Phimister
• Nina's Heavenly Delights (2006) as Janice
• Milk (2005) as Jennifer
• Stronger (2012) as Miss Y
• Seagulls (2014) as Lynne
• Wedding Belles (2007) as Shaz

Career Highlights:

• Morvern Callar (2002)
• Nina's Heavenly Delights (2006)
• Milk (2005)
• Stronger (2012)
• Seagulls (2014)
• Wedding Belles (2007)

Kathleen McDermott, a Scottish actress known for her versatility as an artist, made significant strides in her career. She notably portrayed Morvern Callar in the feature film 'Morvern Callar' (2002), where she played a supermarket clerk who passes off her boyfriend's unpublished novel as her own after his suicide. This role allowed McDermott to showcase her acting prowess and was instrumental in bringing her widespread recognition.

First Appearances:

• Morvern Callar (2002) as Sick Girl / Bikini Girl

Most Important Roles:

• Morvern Callar (2002) as Sick Girl / Bikini Girl

Career Highlights:

• Morvern Callar (2002)

Alternate Names: Саманта Мортон, سامانتا مورتون, サマンサ・モートン

Physical Characteristics:

• Eye Color: blue
• Hair Color: blond hair

First Appearances:

• The Future Lasts A Long Time (1996) as May

Most Important Roles:

• Minority Report (2002) as Agatha [Pre-Cog Chamber]
• In America (2003) as Sarah
• Code 46 (2003) as Maria Gonzales
• Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007) as Mary, Queen of Scots
• Max & Ruby's Christmas (2004) as Ruby (voice)
• Max & Ruby - A Merry Bunny Christmas (2007) as Ruby
• Synecdoche, New York (2008) as Hazel
• Control (2007) as Debbie Curtis
• River Queen (2005) as Sarah O'Brien
• Jesus' Son (2000) as Michelle

Career Highlights:

• Minority Report (2002)
• In America (2003)
• Code 46 (2003)
• Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007)
• Max & Ruby's Christmas (2004)
• Max & Ruby - A Merry Bunny Christmas (2007)
• Synecdoche, New York (2008)
• Control (2007)
• River Queen (2005)
• Jesus' Son (2000)

Awards:

• Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries or Television Film (2007)

Samantha Jane Morton, born in 1977 in Nottingham, England, is an accomplished English actress known for her roles in independent films with dark themes, particularly period dramas. She began her career at age 15, appearing in British television series like 'Band of Gold' (1995-1996) and 'The History of Tom Jones: a Foundling' (1997). Morton's film credits include 'Emma' (1996), 'Jane Eyre' (1997), 'Under the Skin' (1997), 'Sweet and Lowdown' (1999), 'In America' (2003), 'Longford' (2006), and many others. She has received numerous awards, including a BAFTA Fellowship, BAFTA Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and was nominated for Academy Awards and Emmy Awards.