2. Abbie Cornish

This 26 year old Aussie is already well known Down Under, but is just starting to make a name for herself in the United States and abroad. Her first Hollywood project was only two years ago, but people are recognizing why Cornish has won several major acting awards in Australia and has been compared favorably to Nicole Kidman.

First Major Hollywood Role: A Good Year, despite starring Russell Crowe and being directed by heavyweight Ridley Scott, this romantic comedy concerning French vineyards was largely passed over by audiences. Cornish plays Crowe’s niece.

Movie You Shouldn’t Miss: Somersault, the Aussie film starring Cornish as Heidi, a young girl on a journey of self-discovery.

Upcoming Feature: Bright Star, this Jane Campion project is based on the three-year romance between 19th century poet John Keats and Fanny Brawne. Cornish plays Brawne.

1. Kristen Stewart

This 18 year old started acting at the age of eight, and had appeared in her first major movie by age twelve. She’s combined critically acclaimed independent roles with the occasional kid oriented film like Zathura. By accomplishing so much at such a young age, she looks primed for a big career, much like her former co-star (and possible clone) Jodie Foster. Saying her future looks extremely bright probably doesn’t do her justice. She’s going to be a superstar.

First Major Hollywood Role: Panic Room, as Jodie Foster’s daughter, Sarah Altman, in the David Fincher thriller.

Movie You Shouldn’t Miss: Into the Wild, based on the true story of Christopher McCandless, it deals with a young well-off graduate who abandons his possessions, gives his entire $24,000 savings account to charity, and hitchhikes to Alaska to live in the wilderness.

Upcoming Feature: Twilight, the adaptation of the popular Vampire book by Stephenie Meyer hits theaters this coming weekend.

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