Nicole Kidman’s cinematography is full of masterpieces, and this is notably thanks to her talent which no longer needs to be proven. During an exclusive interview with Closer, the Australian-American actress was keen to talk about her next film, titled Babygirl. Directed by Halina Reijn, the film places her in the role of a formidable businesswoman and mother who begins an affair with her intern who is much younger than her. A role full of sensuality who at times pushed her to her limits.
An exercise that the actress, who always looking to surpass yourselfhowever appreciated it, as she explained in an interview. “I think I’ve already proven that I’m not afraid to push certain limits. If I wanted to participate in this film, it is because I was very interested in the question of consent” she explains. A particularly serious theme that is close to her heart. “Talking about sexuality is sometimes very complicated in our society. It’s something that fascinates me. Today I need to play the roles of free and liberating women”.
Nicole Kidman: “I felt extremely exposed and scared”
In Babygirlcategorized as a erotic thriller and for which Nicole Kidman won the title of best actress at the Venice Film Festival, the actress notably nude scenes. Something which, at the age of 57, still remains complicated to manage. “While filming these scenes, I felt extremely exposed and scared.” she admits. “Fortunately I was surrounded by wonderful professionals, who did everything to make me feel safe. But talking about these scenes still makes me nervous today… (laughs). Still, I am very proud of the result…” continues the actress.
It must be said that Nicole Kidman is trying, on her own scale, to
promote the cause of women and has already distinguished herself on several occasions in feminist struggles. Which she confirms in Closer. “It’s been some time since I committed to working for the women’s cause in Hollywood. I’ve had a great career and now I want to use my position to fight for women so that they are better represented in film and on television.“.
Nicole Kidman’s next film comes out in theaters on January 15, 2025
An objective that she fulfills in particular thanks to each of her roles, which depict complex, independent and resilient women. Recently seen in the Netflix series A Perfect Couple which has been a hit since its release, Nicole Kidman will soon be starring in the film
Babygirl alongside Antonio Banderas, Harris Dickinson and Sophie Wilde. The theatrical release is scheduled for January 15, 2025 in France.
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