Olsen gained widespread recognition and acclaim for her role as Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). She made her debut as the character in the post-credits scene of the film “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014) and went on to appear in several MCU films, including “Avengers: Age of Ultron” (2015), “Captain America: Civil War” (2016), “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018), “Avengers: Endgame” (2019), and the Disney+ series “WandaVision” (2021), which further explored her character’s storyline.
Before her MCU fame, Elizabeth Olsen had been building her acting career with roles in independent films and smaller projects. She appeared in movies like “Martha Marcy May Marlene” (2011), “Liberal Arts” (2012), “Silent House” (2011), and “Ingrid Goes West” (2017). Her performances in these films earned her critical acclaim and established her as a talented and versatile actress.
Olsen’s acting style is often noted for its emotional depth and range. She has shown an ability to tackle a variety of genres and roles, from intense dramas to comedic and quirky characters. Her work has led to nominations and awards recognition from various film festivals and industry organizations.