Babygirl: Nicole Kidman at the top of her game in a daring thriller
Nicole Kidman, one of the most respected actresses of her generation, stars in Babygirl, a disturbing psychological thriller directed by Halina Reijn. Scheduled to hit cinemas in January 2025, the film promises a plunge into the twists and turns of the human psyche and moral dilemmas.
After making her mark in Venice by winning Best Actress for her role in Babygirl, Nicole Kidman continues to fascinate. Always on the lookout for daring projects, the Australian actress once again demonstrates her ability to reinvent herself and push back the boundaries of her acting.
Babygirl, an intimate and intense storyline
In Babygirl, Nicole Kidman plays a woman trapped in a toxic relationship that reveals the darkest parts of her past. Part family drama, part psychological thriller, the film explores universal themes of guilt, sacrifice and the quest for redemption.
Directed by Halina Reijn, who brought us the acclaimed Bodies Bodies Bodies, the feature promises a tense, visceral mise-en-scène, where every look and every silence becomes as powerful as the dialogue. The director, known for her way of capturing raw emotion, offers Nicole Kidman the perfect platform to reveal the full subtlety of her acting.
Nicole Kidman, a critically acclaimed performance
Previewed at the Venice Film Festival, Babygirl has already received rave reviews, especially for Nicole Kidman’s performance. The international press is calling the role “courageous and unforgettable”, and some are already calling it one of the most memorable of her career.
In a recent interview, the actress confided that the role had had a profound effect on her: “When Halina contacted me, I didn’t hesitate. She offered me a space to express something deeply intimate. This kind of role is a gift you can’t refuse.”
A 100% feminine collaboration
What also sets Babygirl apart is its predominantly female production team. Directed by Halina Reijn and produced by a collective of women from the film industry, the film illustrates a new era in Hollywood, where women’s stories are increasingly taking center stage. Nicole Kidman, a fervent advocate of female voices in cinema, sees this project as a key moment in her career.
“Working with a female director is always a little different. We share a unique intimacy, an instinctive understanding. With Halina, I felt I could go where I’d never gone before,” she declared.
Baby Girl, a not-to-be-missed event in January 2025
With Babygirl, Nicole Kidman proves once again that she is an actress capable of constantly reinventing herself, exploring shadowy areas and emotional complexities rarely tackled in cinema. Scheduled for theatrical release in January 2025, this thriller is already shaping up to be a must-see for fans of intense, psychologically immersive storytelling.
Parisian audiences will be able to discover the film at such iconic venues as the Grand Rex and the MK2 Bibliothèque. In the meantime, the images and reviews coming out of Venice are only whetting curiosity about this unique project.
Join us at the beginning of the year to plunge into this captivating universe and discover Nicole Kidman at the top of her game.
