Nicole Kidman notoriously starred because the lead in Halina Reijn’s erotic thriller Babygirl and indulged in some explicitly sensual scenes. It seems that Kidman’s casting within the erotic film wasn’t simply stunning for the viewers but additionally worrisome for the director.
Chatting with The Hollywood Reporter, Reijn recalled the casting means of the movie and revealed why she was terrified after the Oscar winner signed on to the mission.
She recalled that as a substitute of being pleased about Kidman becoming a member of the mission, she awoke the following morning feeling panicked. The Massive Little Lies actress performs a high-powered CEO, Romy, who begins a torrid affair with a youthful intern performed by Harris Dickinson.
“I assumed, ‘How are we ever going to search out somebody who may be her equal, a lot much less dominate her?’” Reijn stated in regards to the actress. Nevertheless, after watching sure tasks of Dickinson, together with Triangle of Unhappiness and Seashore Rats, the filmmaker acknowledged that the actor had what the character wanted — to carry his floor towards Kidman.
“The boy and the person in a single. The daddy and the kid in a single individual. Even his peak, as a result of I wanted somebody who might deal with her bodily,” she stated. Reijn recalled that regardless of the actor doubting his potential, she knew he was meant to play the position within the movie.
The Eyes Huge Shut actress additionally opened up about her expertise working with the younger star. Kidman known as Dickinson a “sensible” actor and a tremendous scene associate for the movie. “I do know he’s going to be a large star,” she added.
The movie earned Kidman Greatest Actress honors on the Venice Movie Competition, the place it premiered. She additionally earned a nomination for Greatest Efficiency by an Actress on the 2025 Golden Globe Awards. “I’m so grateful. And I really like Romy. I really like the character. So for her to be [recognized], it’s like she’s been given a hug,” she stated, reacting to her nomination.