Mia Wasikowska has long been a muse for many directors, winning hearts with her performance in Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland. As she turned 31 on October 25, let's revisit her most memorable cinematic transformations.
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Mia Wasikowska's Five Most Striking Film Roles
“The Devil All the Time”, 2020
Released on Netflix on September 16, The Devil All the Time is a somber drama weaving together the lives of several individuals in the American South. Wasikowska portrays Helen Hutton, the wife of preacher Roy Laferty. The story begins in the early 1950s.
Helen appears in a patterned blouse and dress with a light gray collar, typical of the era. The actress wears no makeup or jewelry, underscoring her character's modest social standing. Despite the tragic ending, Wasikowska's role is both memorable and essential.
“Blackbird”, 2019
Blackbird follows a terminally ill woman's final wish. Wasikowska plays the main character's daughter. The story unfolds in a family home, so the costumes are deliberately minimalist: no makeup, a worn plain sweater (perfect for home gatherings), loose pants, and sneakers. On set, she was joined by Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Lindsay Duncan, and Rainn Wilson.
“Piercing”, 2018
An incredibly suspenseful plot: the protagonist (Christopher Abbott) feels a strange pull toward violence and travels to another city to kill a prostitute. Wasikowska perfectly embodies Jackie, a call girl. Red lips, a light fur coat, a short skirt, stiletto heels, and black gloves accentuate her character.
Jackie echoes some of the actress's earlier roles, like the quirky Agatha from Maps to the Stars, who also sports a short bob with straight bangs.
“Only Lovers Left Alive”, 2013
Wasikowska delivers a striking supporting performance in Jim Jarmusch's film. She plays the eccentric sister of the lead (Tilda Swinton), favoring short skirts, dresses, and bright tops. Her footwear—heeled shoes and boots—reflects the lighthearted recklessness of a vampire.
“Stoker”, 2013
In this dark thriller, both the cast (Matthew Goode, Nicole Kidman) and the costume design deserve praise. The wardrobe reveals and develops each character. Wasikowska plays India, a young girl living in her own world. Her looks are restrained and practical: delicate blouses, classic shirts, A-line skirts, sheath dresses, and oxfords.
The costumes carry meaning. India's coming-of-age and search for identity are shown through a change in footwear: from ordinary shoes to black Christian Louboutin heels with thin stilettos.
