Alexandra Stewart

Alexandra Stewart was born in Montreal, Quebec, on June 10, 1939. At the age of 16, she moved to Paris to pursue studies in art, English literature, and French. Her film debut occurred less than a year later in 1959 with “Les Motards.” She established a significant presence in French cinema before traveling to Hollywood in 1965, marking a period of international work that included collaborations with notable directors.

Throughout her career, Stewart has appeared in numerous films by acclaimed directors. Her filmography includes roles in Otto Preminger’s “Exodus” (1960), Louis Malle’s “The Fire Within” (1963) and “Black Moon” (1975), Arthur Penn’s “Mickey One” (1965), and François Truffaut’s “The Bride Wore Black” and “Day For Night” (1973). She also worked with Prince in “Under the Cherry Moon” (1986) and Roman Polanski in “Frantic” (1988). Beyond her film work, Stewart has appeared on television in French programs like “Les Jeux de 20 heures” and “L’Académie des neuf,” and in English-language series such as “Highlander: The Series,” “The Saint,” and “Danger Man.” She is also recognized as the English-language narrator for Chris Marker’s 1983 documentary, “Sans Soleil.”

Her career has been characterized by consistent work across different genres and international productions, demonstrating her versatility as an actress. A notable turning point occurred during the filming of ‘The Marseilles Contract’ when the director, Robert Parrish, along with producer Judd Bernard and Anthony Quinn, were so impressed by her performance that additional scenes were written to expand her role within the film. This highlights her impact and talent within the industry. In 2004, she served as a jury member for the Chicago International Film Festival, underscoring her respected position in the cinematic community.