Alicia Vikander Likes a Challenge

Alicia Vikander is on the cover of the September issue of Elle Magazine. Here's are some highlights from the accompanying interview:

On feeling empowered by the action scenes in her upcoming Tomb Raider reboot: 
"I love big popcorn movies. I've never done action scenes on this level – not even close. It feels like I'm back to dancing – the training, the intensity. You need to be aware of your movement up in the wires and how your body works. I've never been able to lift my own weight, and the day when you have that capacity, it's pretty empowering!"


The sad truth about finding new, challenging roles: 
"[Complex roles such as that in Hotel] are actually hard to find, which is sad. It's still—women are written safe."

In the fashion world, September is all about power. Who better to exemplify that than cover star Alicia Vikander, an actress who's midtransition from indie favorite to blockbuster-anchoring force? After shooting onto Hollywood's radar just a few years ago, the incomparably talented, laser-focused Vikander has already snagged an Oscar, slayed Michael Fassbender, and dominated the indie drama beat. especially now in her latest period film, Tulip Fever. Link in bio for a sneak peek at her cover story. Photo by davidbellemere. Styled by @samiranasr. Dress and belt: @louisvuitton. Necklace: @sydneygarber. Rings: @jadetrau, @tomwood_____

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