The Rose: After kick-starting her movie career like a true Brit with a role in costume drama Pride & Prejudice, Mulligan’s been touted as Britain’s next breakout star – not least because of her Oscar-nominated role in An Education. Next on the cards is finance follow-up Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps.

The Awesome: Look no further than An Education, Mulligan’s breakout performance and one that had her tipped for awards glory. In the end she settled for a Bafta, missing out on the Golden Globe and Oscar – but you've got to start somewhere, eh love?

American Equivalent: Appearances aside, Mulligan's competition for this year's Best Actress Oscar - Gabourey Sidibe - has a similar story. Both young ladies made it big with their first lead roles, both were nominated for that all important baldie. The battle lines have been drawn - you'll get her next time, Mulls.