Nicole Kidman Had To Pause Babygirl Filming Due to Overwhelming Intimacy Scenes

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As a seasoned cinema enthusiast who has witnessed the evolution of Nicole Kidman‘s illustrious career over the years, I must confess that her latest endeavor, Babygirl, has left me both intrigued and captivated. The film’s provocative content is nothing short of groundbreaking, and it seems to have pushed Kidman beyond her comfort zone in a way that only a select few roles have managed to do.

Nicole Kidman’s upcoming movie, “Babygirl,” won’t hit theaters until Christmas Day, but it’s already creating a buzz due to its explicit sexual content. Interestingly, Kidman admitted that filming the numerous sex scenes in “Babygirl” were quite overwhelming for her, resulting in some very exposed moments where Kidman needed to halt production and felt drained, almost as if she didn’t want to be physically touched anymore.

In the provocative thriller “Babygirl,” directed by Halina Rejin (previously known for “Bodies Bodies Bodies”), Nicole Kidman takes on a compelling role as a high-powered CEO who enters into a questionable relationship with her younger intern, Harris Dickinson. Known for his roles in “The Iron Claw” and “A Murder at the End of the World,” Dickinson’s character is far from innocent in this complex dynamic. Kidman’s character, struggling with her workaholic lifestyle, finds an escape through being completely controlled in intimate situations. Although Kidman has a history of bold performances, including an orgy scene in “Eyes Wide Shut” from 1999 alongside then-husband Tom Cruise, she admitted that the intensity of “Babygirl” occasionally became too much for her to handle. As reported by “The Sun,” Kidman shared, “During filming, there were moments when I felt, ‘I don’t want to climax anymore.’ Please keep your distance. I dislike this. I no longer care if I am never touched again.

But I also was turned on by it. I was also sort of hypnotized.

Even though Kidman’s performances are demanding, she doesn’t seem remorseful about her decision to take on the challenging role in Babygirl. This film is unique because its director is a woman, marking a significant difference from Kidman’s initial foray into explicit roles under Stanley Kubrick’s direction in Eyes Wide Shut. In her own words, “I don’t believe I could have accomplished it working with a man.” She openly shared that the intimate scenes in Babygirl were easier for her to perform because she and the director, being women, could share their thoughts and feelings about deeply personal topics. They would discuss many sensitive and vulnerable matters, but their conversations provided a sense of safety.

What Babygirl Means for Nicole Kidman’s Career

After more than four decades in the acting industry, Nicole Kidman has earned a level of freedom to experiment with her career choices. Although the sensual nature of ‘Babygirl’ isn’t entirely novel for Kidman, delving into the character’s vulnerability was unexplored territory. However, given the success and comfort she experienced during production, it appears that this could become a common theme in her roles. Despite facing challenges on set, Kidman expressed gratitude for having Halina Reijn as director, stating, “Working with Halina, I knew she wouldn’t exploit me. I didn’t feel exploited. I felt part of it.” Given the acclaim for Reijn’s work and Kidman’s positive experience, it seems probable that she will seek out more female directors and collaborators, especially for projects involving on-screen intimacy.

Established in popularity, Nicole Kidman can afford to be picky about her projects. Her upcoming work suggests she’s actively choosing to collaborate with not only female directors but also fellow actresses. Some of Kidman’s future ventures include “Scarpetta,” a two-season adaptation of Patricia Cornwell’s bestselling series, directed by Liz Sarnoff and starring Jamie Lee Curtis alongside her; and the continuation of the beloved romantic fantasy “Practical Magic,” where Kidman and Sandra Bullock will reprise their original roles.

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2024-10-24 19:04