Fonda achieved significant critical and commercial success with starring roles in the psychological thriller Single White Female and the romantic comedy Singles. These performances marked her breakthrough into leading roles and established her as a prominent actress in Hollywood.
She further solidified her leading lady status with the action film Point of No Return, a remake of the French film Nikita. This role showcased her versatility and ability to carry an action-oriented feature.
Fonda delivered a memorable supporting performance as Melanie Ralston in Quentin Tarantino's critically acclaimed crime film Jackie Brown. This role allowed her to work with a celebrated director and contributed to her diverse filmography.