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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nicole Kidman says she wakes up at 3 am to this surprising thing
Nicole Kidman recently shared a personal part of her creative process while speaking at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. Nicole Kidman recently shared a personal part of her creative process while speaking at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. The 57-year-old actress was in France on Sunday, May 18, for a conversation with Variety's Angelique Jackson before receiving the prestigious Women in Motion Award from Kering. During the chat, Kidman said she often wakes up in the middle of the night to write. "I do it at 3 a.m., writing sessions. I wake up and I'll write something, be it a dream or something circulating in my head and my life and my heart at that time," she shared, according to The Hollywood Reporter. "I think 2 and 3 a.m. is a very, very ripe time for things to happen because you're in that slightly removed state from reality, but your your dreams and your psyche are very, very there and very present," she added. Even though she writes regularly, Kidman said she does not have any plans to co-write a project right now. But she added, "I always say no and turn around and change my mind." Kidman chose an all-black outfit for the conversation, including low-rise jeans and a fitted leather jacket. Later, she changed into a custom red lace Balenciaga gown for the award ceremony. The Oscar-winning actress did not have a film showing at Cannes this year. She was last seen in the Prime Video movie Holland and recently returned to her role in Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu. Up next, she will be seen alongside Sandra Bullock in Practical Magic 2, which is set to release in theaters on September 18, 2026. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nicole Kidman reveals working with 27 women filmmakers since 2017 at Cannes; advocates female empowerment and slams ageism
Nicole Kidman , the 'Baby Girl' star, is renowned for her impeccable skills and for advocating women's empowerment in the entertainment industry. The 57-year-old deserving gem received the Women in Motion Award at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 , presented by Kering, for her outstanding achievements and contribution to Hollywood, impacting global cinema. The Vow of Nicole Kidman Nicole Kidman, the Oscar-winning actress , took a public vow in 2017 to work with a female director every 18 months, which helped change the entire trajectory of women. Since 2017, Kidman has worked with 27 female directors . 'I was going to make it possible. I was at a point where we had a discussion where there was such a disparity in terms of the choice. You'd go, 'Could a woman direct this?' And there wasn't a number of names where you could even consider people. They'd say it was someone's first time, and you didn't want to risk it,' Kidman stated during the Kering talk, according to Variety. The unfair treatment by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bangladesh: Unsold Sofas at Bargain Prices (View Current Prices) Sofas | Search Ads Search Now Undo Nicole continued by stating that she decided to support and protect female filmmakers by mentoring them and giving them opportunities where they don't feel like the film is the only shot to establish themselves in the industry. Over the years, the 57-year-old has spoken about the unfair treatment and standards of women. While the male filmmakers are likely to get rebounds and chances, women are knocked down quickly if they don't deliver the perfect film. Speaking to Cannes, Kidman stated that she prioritises telling the women that if the film does not work - it's not the end. "I'm not over!" 'You get to a certain age and maybe you had made a great film in your 20s that got lauded, and then suddenly you're in your 40s and you haven't followed it up or made choices that didn't succeed,' Nicole said before adding, 'But you're like, 'I'm not over! Please still keep believing in me and investing in me.' That is important too, resisting ageism. There's the emerging talents and then the ones that are still going, who have a wealth of knowledge and experience and have somehow been cast out or are not the cool person. It's about going, 'No, you actually can have a second or third chapter.'' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Nicole Kidman Champions Women Filmmakers, Slams Ageism At Cannes 2025
Last Updated: Nicole Kidman received the Women in Motion Award at Cannes 2025 for advocating female directors and addressing ageism. Nicole Kidman was celebrated at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 as the latest recipient of the Women in Motion Award, presented by Kering. While the accolade itself is prestigious, what truly resonated was Kidman's candid reflection on how the industry treats both emerging and seasoned female talent. Known for supporting women behind the lens, Kidman has turned her words into action. Back in 2017, she made a personal commitment to work with a female director at least once every 18 month, a promise she's exceeded, having collaborated with 27 women directors in just eight years. 'I was going to make it possible. I was at a point where we had a discussion where there was such a disparity in terms of the choice. You'd go, 'Could a woman direct this?' And there wasn't a number of names where you could even consider people. They'd say it was someone's first time and you didn't want to risk it," she shared in an interview with Variety. Kidman, who has consistently advocated for more representation in the film world, didn't hold back when addressing ageism either. She touched upon the struggles that often come with growing older in a youth-driven industry. 'You get to a certain age and maybe you had made a great film in your 20s that got lauded and then suddenly you're in your 40s and you haven't followed it up or made choices that didn't succeed. But you're like, 'I'm not over! Please still keep believing in me and investing in me.' That is important too, resisting ageism. There's the emerging talents and then the ones that are still going who have a wealth of knowledge and experience and have somehow been cast out or are not the cool person. It's about going, 'No, you actually can have a second or third chapter,'" she expressed passionately. Kidman was most recently seen in Holland, directed by Mimi Cave, and is set to return in Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2. First Published:
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Nicole Kidman speaks out on emerging female filmmakers, advocates for ‘resisting ageism' at Cannes Film Festival
Nicole Kidman is one of the most renowned actors of her generation, having consistently worked with some of the greatest filmmakers of her era. But she is also one actor who is not afraid to take risks, and has maintained her vow to work with more female filmmakers. The Cannes Film Festival and Kering announced that actor Nicole Kidman will be the 10th recipient of the Women in Motion Award. At Cannes, the actor opened up about the discussion on giving young female filmmakers a chance and the ways in which the industry can improve further. (Also read: Nicole Kidman to receive Women in Motion Award at 2025 Cannes Film Festival) Nicole had made a public vow in 2017 to work with a woman director every 18 months. She has now worked with 27 female directors in the last 8 years. As per Variety, Nicole said, "I was going to make it possible. I was at a point where we had a discussion where there was such a disparity in terms of the choice. You'd go, 'Could a woman direct this?' And there wasn't a number of names where you could even consider people. They'd say it was someone's first time and you didn't want to risk it.' The actor opened up about her focus on the scenario and added, "You get to a certain age and maybe you had made a great film in your 20s that got lauded and then suddenly you're in your 40s and you haven't followed it up or made choices that didn't succeed. But you're like, 'I'm not over! Please still keep believing in me and investing in me.' That is important too, resisting ageism. There's the emerging talents and then the ones that are still going who have a wealth of knowledge and experience and have somehow been cast out or are not the cool person. It's about going, 'No, you actually can have a second or third chapter.'' Nicole was last seen in Holland, which was directed by Mimi Cave. She will be seen next in Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Nicole Kidman To Be Honoured With Women In Motion Award At Cannes 2025
Washington: The Cannes Film Festival and Kering have announced that Nicole Kidman will be the 10th recipient of the Women in Motion Award. This prestigious honour recognises female artists who advance the place of women in cinema and society. The award ceremony will take place on May 18 during a glamorous gala at the festival, confirmed The Hollywood Reporter. Kidman's commitment to working with female directors has been cited as a reason for her selection. In 2017, she pledged to work with a female director every 18 months, but has since exceeded that goal, collaborating with nearly 20 female directors. This commitment to promoting female representation in cinema has made her a powerful example of what Women in Motion have been advocating for over the past decade, as per The Hollywood Reporter. Kering chairman and CEO Francois-Henri Pinault praised Kidman. They said, "Through her artistic standards, her committed choices and her concrete action to change representations in cinema, she is a powerful illustration of what Women In Motion have been defending for a decade," as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. Kidman expressed her gratitude, calling it a "true honour" to receive the award. Kidman joins a roster of esteemed honorees, including Donna Langley, Jane Fonda, Patty Jenkins, Geena Davis, Susan Sarandon, Viola Davis, Michelle Yeoh, and Salma Hayek Pinault. Meanwhile, Kidman is set to star in a new season of Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu, a series where she is an executive producer. She also has upcoming projects, including Margo's Got Money Troubles opposite Elle Fanning and Scarpetta opposite Jamie Lee Curtis.
