Nicole Kidman's Erotic Thriller "Babygirl" Ignites Buzz at Venice Film Festival
After years of avoiding sexually explicit roles, Nicole Kidman returns to the genre in the provocative drama *Babygirl*, which made waves at this year’s Venice Film Festival. Directed by Dutch filmmaker Halina Reijn, *Babygirl* stars Kidman as a powerful CEO entangled in a forbidden affair with her young intern, played by Harris Dickinson, while Antonio Banderas portrays her unsuspecting husband.
Marking a significant shift from her more conservative roles in recent years, Kidman’s performance in *Babygirl* is part of a broader resurgence of erotica in cinema. The film is one of several sexually charged titles featured at the festival, signaling a departure from the more restrained content that has dominated the past decade.
During a lively press conference, Kidman spoke candidly about the film’s exploration of themes like desire, power, and secrecy. She praised Reijn’s direction, highlighting the supportive environment on set that allowed her to fully immerse herself in the role. Despite feeling vulnerable and exposed, Kidman expressed pride in taking on a project led by a woman and focused on the female perspective.
