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15 Actors Who Were Too Young for Their Characters
15. Babygirl has grossed over $50 million worldwide
Babygirl has captivated audiences worldwide, grossing over $50 million as of 2025. This impressive milestone secures its spot among A24's top ten highest-grossing films. | © A24
14. Kidman felt nervous at the release
Kidman admitted to feeling both nervous and vulnerable about Babygirl’s explicit content at release. Yet, her pride in collaborating with visionary female filmmakers like Halina Reijn shines through. | © A24
13. Sky Ferreira wrote Leash specifically for the film
Sky Ferreira made her mark on Babygirl by writing and co-producing the song Leash, exclusively for its soundtrack, making her first independent release after departing from her previous record label. | © A24
12. Nicole Kidman’s iconic AMC promo was removed before Babygirl
The signature AMC promo, a fan favorite since 2021, was removed from the pre-screening reel of Babygirl, possibly to avoid brand association with the film's graphic opening scene. | © A24
11. Nicole Kidman personally secured the rights to Never Tear Us Apart
When A24 struggled to obtain the rights to the iconic Never Tear Us Apart, Nicole Kidman secured them personally. This ensured that the film’s emotional moments were perfectly complemented by the timeless hit. | © A24
10. There was an intimacy coordinator
Lizzy Talbot was hired on board as the intimacy coordinator to ensure that every intimate scene was handled with care and respect. Her role was crucial in maintaining a safe, comfortable environment for the cast. | © A24
9. Jean Reno had performance in the film
Legendary actor Jean Reno filmed scenes for Babygirl, but they didn't make the final cut. This leaves fans wondering about the alternate dimensions of the narrative. | © A24
8. Some of the filming was actually done at A24's office
Several scenes with Romy's robotics company for Babygirl were filmed at A24's own New York office. This clever use of real-life production space added a meta touch to the film’s visual storytelling. | © A24
7. Kidman and Wilde really bonded while filming
On set, Nicole Kidman and co-star Sophie Wilde found common ground in their Australian backgrounds, so they spent a lot of time talking about their childhood. | © A24
6. Kidman had to stop filming at times
Some of the intimate scenes appeared to be so intense that Nicole Kidman sometimes had to pause the shoot mid-take. Her candid reflections reveal just how powerfully the scenes challenged her comfort zone, underscoring Babygirl’s uncompromising approach to intimacy. | © A24
5. Dickinson and Kidman were paired together over a Zoom call
Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson first connected over a Zoom call, and they easily fell into the "see-sawing power games" of their characters. | © A24
4. A friend of filmmaker Halina Reijn inspired the film
An unexpected inspiration for Babygirl came from a personal story shared with director Halina Reijn by a close friend. Learning about a woman who never experienced a climax during her 25-year marriage, Reijn crafted a narrative that boldly examines desire and intimacy. | © A24
3. The movie draws inspiration from classics
Babygirl draws provocative energy from the legendary sexual thrillers of the '80s and '90s, classics like Basic Instinct and Fatal Attraction. | © Paramount Pictures
2. Working on Babygirl was completely new experience for Kidman
Despite her veteran career, Nicole Kidman described working on Babygirl as an "utterly new experience." Embracing fresh challenges, she ventured into unexplored creative territory that redefined her typical cast. | © A24
1. Actors did their own thing during the scenes
Even with the intimacy coordinator guiding the process, Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson often did their own thing during the intimate scenes. Their willingness to improvise injected a raw, authentic energy into every frame. | © A24
