Asked by Dhimitra Zenelak on Jul 14, 2024

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This female auteur-the daughter of Hollywood royalty-began her career with an acclaimed adaptation of The Virgin Suicides.

A) Kathryn Bigelow
B) Sofia Coppola
C) Kirsten Dunst
D) Drew Barrymore

Auteur

A filmmaker whose personal influence and artistic control over a movie are so significant that they are regarded as the author of the movie.

Hollywood Royalty

Informally refers to individuals or families who have achieved iconic status in the film industry due to their significant contributions, talent, or lineage.

The Virgin Suicides

A novel by Jeffrey Eugenides, adapted into a film directed by Sofia Coppola, focusing on the lives of five sisters in suburban Michigan in the 1970s.

  • Knowledge of significant female auteurs in the film industry and their impact.
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Zybrea KnightJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The clue mentions that the female director is the daughter of Hollywood royalty, which is a reference to Francis Ford Coppola being her father. She also directed the acclaimed adaptation of The Virgin Suicides, which confirms that it is Sofia Coppola. The other choices are either actors or unrelated female directors.