Babygirl Trailer Launch: Nicole Kidman Exceeds Expectations in a Gripping Story of Power and Control

Featuring Nicole Kidman, Babygirl is an anticipated erotic thriller penned and helmed by Halina Reijn. The film made its debut at the 81st Venice Film Festival on August 30 and is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 25, 2024. The official synopsis, as provided by IMDb, is as follows:

“A high-powered CEO puts her career and family on the line when she begins a torrid affair with her much-younger intern.”

Halina Reijn also serves as a co-producer on this A24 project, which has already garnered acclaim, with Kidman winning the Best Actress Prize at the Venice Film Festival for her role. Earlier today, on October 1, A24 unveiled the first trailer for Babygirl.

The trailer centers around Nicole Kidman’s character, Romy, a high-achieving CEO facing immense pressure. A married woman with three children, Romy embarks on a clandestine affair with her attractive intern, Samuel, portrayed by Harris Dickinson.

This teaser provides a glimpse into the gripping R-rated journey awaiting viewers, as Romy becomes entangled in a risky relationship that significantly alters her life.

Nicole Kidman shines in the Babygirl trailer

The trailer reveals intriguing aspects of what fans can expect. Kidman’s Romy is depicted as a strong, powerful woman; a successful CEO. The opening scene introduces her to Samuel, set in a tense moment when a dog approaches her. Samuel compassionately calls the dog back, showcasing his calming presence.

Later, viewers see Romy weighing her options among a group of interns, where she takes notice of Samuel. A connection sparks instantly, highlighted by an intriguing line he delivers:

“I think you like to be told what to do.”

While he quickly retracts his statement, it appears to leave Romy intrigued and aroused, leading the two into a dangerously thrilling relationship that mirrors a power struggle. Despite her authoritative position, Romy seems to lose control in this new dynamic.

In a startling display of their relationship dynamics, Samuel asks Romy to ‘get down on her knees,’ challenging her status as a happily married woman to Antonio Banderas’ character, Jacob, and mother of three. Yet, this new affair appears to jeopardize her existing family life.

At one point in the trailer, Banderas remarks that Romy seems ‘more liberated’ than ever. Additionally, Dickinson’s Samuel is seen visiting her home under the guise of ‘returning a file’ she forgot at the office, raising the stakes of their clandestine affair.

Kidman’s character seems to embrace her lack of control, as they navigate the ‘ground rules’ of their relationship, with Romy expressing her desire not to hurt Samuel.

Interestingly, Samuel asserts that he holds the real power in their relationship, suggesting that with one call, he could threaten Romy’s entire life. This multi-layered erotic thriller paints Kidman’s powerful character grappling with the vulnerabilities of a relationship rife with challenges.

The trailer for Babygirl concludes with a poignant moment where Kidman’s character expresses that “she has never” experienced anything quite like this, her eyes glistening with tears, illuminating her vulnerability beneath her initial poise.

Babygirl is set to enthrall audiences when it releases in theaters on December 25, 2024.

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