Mia Goth is famous primarily for her acclaimed performances in the contemporary horror genre, notably in Ti West’s A24 trilogy consisting of X (2022), Pearl (2022), and MaXXXine (2024). These roles have made her a standout figure in modern horror, earning her significant recognition and awards, such as the Best Actress Award at the Sitges Film Festival and the Critics’ Choice Super Award for Best Actress in a Horror Movie[1][2][6].
Goth began her career as a high-fashion model, appearing in campaigns for brands like Miu Miu and Prada and featured in publications such as British Vogue. She transitioned to acting after being discovered at the age of 14 in London and began auditioning at 16[2][3].
Her breakthrough acting role came at 18 when she was cast by director Lars von Trier in Nymphomaniac: Volume II (2013), where she received positive reviews for her performance as the character P[1][3][5]. This jumpstarted her film career and led to further critical success in projects like The Survivalist (2015), A Cure for Wellness (2016), Suspiria (2018), and High Life (2018)[1][3].
Her recent success is notably tied to her dual roles as Maxine Minx and Pearl in Ti West’s trilogy, which cemented her reputation as a “scream queen” and a provocative, transformative performer. She is also known for her collaborations with renowned directors, including Gore Verbinski, Luca Guadagnino, Claire Denis, and Brandon Cronenberg[2][3].
Goth’s unique acting approach, willingness to take on challenging and unconventional roles, and her ability to blend innocence with intense, unsettling performances have distinguished her in the industry, making her one of the most recognizable faces in contemporary horror cinema[1][8].