Antonia Clarke


Antonia Clarke is an English actress and singer best known for her role as Penny Hamilton in the 2014 British horror thriller film Altar.
Her other notable roles include 2012 epic musical drama film Les Misérables, 2014 American romantic comedy film Magic in the Moonlight, and 2013 British drama television film The Thirteenth Tale.

Early life

Antonia Clarke was born in London and she grew up in the Hammersmith district of west London.
At the age of 15, Clarke attended Downe House boarding school in Berkshire. While attending Downe House boarding school she was in a school play which she cites as the inspiration for being an actress.

Career

Clarke first appeared in the 2011 British action television series M.I. High. Her debut film role came out in 2012 epic musical drama film Les Misérables, where she performed the song .
Her first major role came out as Young Emmeline in James Kent's 2013 drama film The Thirteenth Tale alongside Olivia Colman and Sophie Turner.
In 2014 she appeared in Woody Allen's Magic in the Moonlight as 'Wei Ling Soo's Assistant'.Clarke said that she was "thrilled" to be offered the part and that it was "incredible" to meet Woody Allen. Also in 2014 she appeared in Altar Directed By Nick Willing. The filming of the movie was described as "intimate". Clarke played "Penny Hamilton".
Clarke is set to appear in the SKY/HBO show "Catherine The Great" as Princess Sophia.

Personal life

Clarke studied at Goldsmiths, University of London. she owns a Jackadoodle dog.
Clarke has stated that her favourite books are To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee and Just Kids by Patti Smith.

Filmography

Film

Television