Uma Thurman on why she avoided action roles for 20 years

Uma Thurman, known for her action roles, reveals a personal aversion to violence, preferring it only when artfully presented. For two decades, she largely sidestepped such projects. However, her perspective shifted with 'The Old Guard 2' and the upcoming 'Pretty Lethal,' a genre-bending film where her character seeks revenge, marking a new era in her role selection criteria.

Mar 21, 2026 - 11:35
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Uma Thurman on why she avoided action roles for 20 years
Uma Thurman, known for her action roles, reveals a personal aversion to violence, preferring it only when artfully presented. For two decades, she largely sidestepped such projects. However, her perspective shifted with 'The Old Guard 2' and the upcoming 'Pretty Lethal,' a genre-bending film where her character seeks revenge, marking a new era in her role selection criteria.

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