User:Nashie59/Sydney Mary Nash

Sydney Mary Nash (born 3rd March 2002) is a Schoolgirl who was very lucky to be cast in a successful film

Acting Career

Nash attended a number of auditions with the Director of Fish Tank, Andrea Arnold, which included a session in an underwater studio in Basildon, Essex. On her first audition she refused to sing, but was recalled for a further audition, where she successfully performed for Andrea Arnold.

She has no previous acting experience and was surprised to be cast in the film as Michael Fassbender's daughter Keira. Although only a small part, she spent time in the underwater studio with stunt divers and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The film was in the running for the Palme d'Or at the 62nd Cannes Film Festival, although it didn't win the highest award, it did win the Jury Prize.

Personal Life

Born in Leigh on Sea, Essex, where she still lives with her parents and brother. She attends a local School.

Filmography

References

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palme_d%27Or