Uma Karuna Thurman (
IPA: ;
[See inogolo:pronunciation of Uma Thurman.] born April 29, 1970)
is an
Academy Award-nominated American actress. She performs predominantly in leading roles in a variety of films, ranging from
romantic comedies and
dramas to
science fiction and
action thrillers. She is best known for her work under the direction of
Quentin Tarantino. Her most popular films include
Dangerous Liaisons (1988),
Pulp Fiction (1994),
Gattaca (1997) and
Kill Bill (2003–04).
She is the face of
Virgin Media in the United Kingdom and, along with
Scarlett Johansson, has modeled handbags and other items for French brand
Louis Vuitton. At 6 feet (1.83 m) tall, she is one of the tallest actresses in American movies.
