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Gone with the Wind (1939)

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Vivien Leigh as Scarlett O'Hara, won two Academy Awards for her acting in prestigious productions, becoming a symbol of perseverance.

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Cleopatra (1963)

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Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra, was one of the most bankable stars in film history and set a record for the highest paid actress for this film.

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Black Swan (2010)

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Natalie Portman as Nina Sayers, an actress with dual American and Israeli citizenship, won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this film.

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The Queen (2006)

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Helen Mirren as Queen Elizabeth II, with numerous awards, she has been praised for her versatility and is one of the few performers who have achieved the Triple Crown of Acting.

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Lady Bird (2017)

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Saoirse Ronan as Christine 'Lady Bird' McPherson, an Irish and American actress known for her roles in independent films as well as blockbusters, she was nominated for an Academy Award for this performance.

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Funny Girl (1968)

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Barbra Streisand as Fanny Brice, is known for her singing, acting, and filmmaking and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her film debut.

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Joy (2015)

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Jennifer Lawrence as Joy Mangano, acclaimed for her diverse career choices and performances, she received a Best Actress nomination for this film.

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Gravity (2013)

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Sandra Bullock as Dr. Ryan Stone, one of Hollywood's highest-paid actresses, she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Blind Side'.

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A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)

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Vivien Leigh as Blanche DuBois, was a leading English stage and film actress with two Academy Award wins for Best Actress.

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Sophie's Choice (1982)

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Meryl Streep as Sophie Zawistowski, widely regarded as the 'best actress of her generation', won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this film.

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Norma Rae (1979)

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Sally Field as Norma Rae Webster, known for her wide range of roles in film and television, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress.

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Zero Dark Thirty (2012)

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Jessica Chastain as Maya, praised for her portrayal of strong-willed women in film, she received an Academy Award nomination for this role.

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The Wizard of Oz (1939)

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Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale, set unforgettable standards in musical film performances and was awarded a special Tony Award posthumously.

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Elizabeth (1998)

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Cate Blanchett as Elizabeth I, renowned for her skilled portrayals of complex characters in a variety of genres, she was nominated for an Oscar for this performance.

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Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961)

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Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly, a film and fashion icon, she was known for her work with UNICEF and won an Academy Award for 'Roman Holiday'.

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Monster (2003)

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Charlize Theron as Aileen Wuornos, the South African-American actress is known for her transformative performances and won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this film.

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La La Land (2016)

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Emma Stone as Mia Dolan, known for her witty and charming performances, she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this role.

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Boys Don't Cry (1999)

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Hilary Swank as Brandon Teena, celebrated for taking on challenging and physically demanding roles, she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this part.

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Silver Linings Playbook (2012)

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Jennifer Lawrence as Tiffany Maxwell, praised for her work across both independent films and major franchises, won the Academy Award for Best Actress for this role.

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The Sound of Music (1965)

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Julie Andrews as Maria von Trapp, an icon of musical theatre and film, she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Mary Poppins'.

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Misery (1990)

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Kathy Bates as Annie Wilkes, with a career spanning several decades, she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for this role.

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Erin Brockovich (2000)

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Julia Roberts as Erin Brockovich, won the Academy Award for Best Actress and is known for her roles in romantic comedies and dramas.

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Million Dollar Baby (2004)

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Hilary Swank as Maggie Fitzgerald, known for her roles often portraying strong female characters, she won her second Academy Award for Best Actress for this role.

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Gilda (1946)

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Rita Hayworth as Gilda, one of the most glamorous screen idols of the 1940s and early 1950s, she was an accomplished dancer and film actress.

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The Iron Lady (2011)

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Meryl Streep as Margaret Thatcher, holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations of any actor and won Best Actress for this role.

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