Léa Seydoux has built a career that has taken her well beyond the confines of French cinema—and if you haven’t noticed yet, one of her James Bond films stands as her highest-rated by audiences. With “Silent Friend” recently in theaters, it's a good time to look at which title has emerged as the fan favorite in her filmography.
From French Standout to Global Film Star
Seydoux broke through globally with Abdellatif Kechiche’s “Blue Is the Warmest Color” (originally “La Vie d’Adèle”). The Cannes jury, led by Steven Spielberg, took the unprecedented step of jointly awarding the Palme d’Or to the director and Seydoux with co-star Adèle Exarchopoulos—a first in festival history.
She went on to collaborate with prominent directors such as Quentin Tarantino and Ridley Scott, cementing her presence in major international productions. In 2015, she entered the James Bond franchise with “Spectre” and returned for “No Time to Die” (“Mourir peut attendre”) in 2021, the 25th Bond film and Daniel Craig’s final appearance as 007.
“Silent Friend”: Art-House Roots
“Silent Friend,” which hit cinemas after its competition screening at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, is a contemplative film by Ildikó Enyedi. It centers on a tree that witnesses the passage of centuries. Seydoux stars alongside Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Sylvester Groth, while Luna Wedler received the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor or Actress for her role in the film.
Which Seydoux Movie Is the Fan Favorite?
As admired as “Silent Friend” has been, audience ratings show that Seydoux’s work in the James Bond universe is the most celebrated. According to French movie site AlloCiné, “No Time to Die” (“Mourir peut attendre”) leads among her films, earning an average score of 3.7 out of 5 from over 20,700 ratings and nearly 1,500 reviews.
Fans Sound Off: Is This the Best Bond?
Thierry O. (5/5): “The best James Bond for me, who concludes the saga, even if I didn't expect the ending. Daniel Craig, Léa Seydoux and the rest of the cast are excellent. The sets are beautiful, I loved watching this masterpiece. I especially recommend watching it in the original version with subtitles.”
Brianpatrick (5/5): “It's the last James Bond movie. By far the best film of the year. Huge budget for stunts and special effects. We travel through several countries, especially Italy and Norway. Excellent cinematography and modern production. Very good movie with a strong script. The film doesn't drag, it's truly absorbing. A final masterpiece.”
Yan B. (5/5): “Magnificent Léa Seydoux, never gets old. Daniel Craig is one of the best James Bonds! Rami Malek just doesn’t compare to Christoph Waltz as a villain! Still, always a great experience!”
Christ77 (5/5): “What a stunning entry for Daniel Craig’s last 007. A Bond who’s human, moving, and still true to the classic codes. I can understand if purists are unsettled! But the world changes, and so does 007. I admit I was skeptical at first about the director, but Cary Joji Fukunaga captured the saga’s spirit, especially given the circumstances he took over under! Looking forward to seeing who will tackle the task of taking over after Craig. See this film!”
Viincent45 (5/5): “For me, absolutely a masterpiece—you won’t notice the 2 hours and 45 minutes go by! Action, strong plot, new characters, Daniel Craig as sharp and tough as ever. This Bond will go down in history for more than one reason—you’ll have to see it to find out. This part of the saga isn’t like the others.”
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