Dakota Johnson is a talented American actress known for her versatility and range in various film roles. Born on October 4, 1989, she comes from a family of actors, being the daughter of Melanie Griffith and Don Johnson. Dakota Rose to fame with her iconic role as Anastasia Steele in the "Fifty Shades" film trilogy. She has since appeared in a wide range of films, showcasing her ability to take on complex and diverse characters.
Dakota Johnson was honored with the prestigious President’s Award at the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival on July 5, 2025. The award recognizes her achievements and contributions to cinema. Johnson accepted the honor ahead of the premiere of her latest film, “Materialists,” and was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience. She also presented another film, “Splitsville,” at the festival.
The actress shared her love for film festivals during a roundtable discussion, saying: “I love coming to film festivals, just because everyone loves movies so much, and it feels like a magical little bubble in a world full of chaos and pain… I think art can really reach people, and so, festivals in places like this make me feel inspired and hopeful.”
She also expressed the importance of movies in today’s world, stating: “It’s really hard to make movies right now and to get people to believe in what you want to say. I don’t think movies will save the world, by no means, but I do think it’s nice to have them around.”
Johnson also highlighted the significance of her upcoming directorial debut, emphasizing its personal importance to her.
