Salma Hayek ("From Dusk Till Dawn", 1996)
In Robert Rodriguez's unique blend of vampire horror and road movie, Salma Hayek delivers a mesmerizing performance as the mysterious snake dancer Satanico Pandemonium. Her seductive routine in a crimson bikini to Tito & Tarantula's "After Dark" remains one of cinema's most unforgettable moments.
Hayek radiates an almost supernatural sensuality in the role. Director Quentin Tarantino (playing ruthless criminal Richard Gecko) gets what might be cinema's ultimate fan service moment - the renowned foot fetishist's character not only worships Hayek's feet but gets to lick them. A scene that's equal parts horrifying and erotic.
Halle Berry ("Die Another Day", 2002)
Oscar-winner Halle Berry redefined the Bond girl archetype with her stunning emergence from the waves in that iconic orange bikini. Her physical perfection is matched only by her charismatic screen presence, with Pierce Brosnan's appreciative gaze mirroring the audience's reaction.
While the homage to Ursula Andress' legendary "Dr. No" entrance is undeniable, Berry makes the moment entirely her own. She brings contemporary strength and complexity to the role, proving a Bond girl could be both sensual and substantive. A modern reinterpretation that became instantly iconic in its own right.
