Nicole Kidman: I Resonate with Women's Narratives
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Synopsis
Nicole Kidman discusses her motivations for working with female directors. She emphasizes her emotional connection to women's stories and her commitment to collaborating with talented women in the industry, reflecting on her diverse roles.
Key Takeaways
- Kidman feels a deep connection to women's stories.
- She collaborates with renowned female directors.
- Emotional resonance guides her project choices.
- She values unique perspectives in storytelling.
- Her focus is on courage and engagement in her career.
Los Angeles, Feb 15 (NationPress) Hollywood star Nicole Kidman has shared her inspiration for collaborating with various female directors, including prominent figures like Sofia Coppola, Halina Reijn, and Lulu Wang.
She expressed a desire to partner with female directors because she feels "in sync with women's narratives" in her roles as a mother, daughter, wife, producer, and actress.
Kidman, who is set to star in Liz Sarnoff's 'Scarpetta', based on Patricia Cornwell's 'Kay Scarpetta' novels, aims to continue seeking talented women to collaborate with and share their collective experiences, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
In an interview with the Italian magazine IO Donna, she remarked: "I feel in sync with women's narratives, obviously. I am a woman, and I can speak as a mother, daughter, wife, producer, actress; in short, I can navigate various roles and utilize a wealth of emotions and experiences to convey my voice."
"I select roles and collaborators very thoughtfully. This is why I was drawn to work with Susanne Bier or Lulu Wang; I find their perspectives extraordinary. I recently completed a film, 'Holland', with the young director Mimi Cave, who has her own distinct voice, and I am again collaborating with the talented Franco-Swedish director, Charlotte Brandstrom, on the 'Scarpetta' series."
However, Kidman is not committed solely to female-led stories. The Academy Award winner will avoid politicizing her choices and will always follow her emotional connection to the story.
Kidman has pledged to remain bold in her film and television selections.
She stated: "It’s not an ideological decision; I follow my heart, and I don’t politicize my choices. I rely on my instincts and pursue stories that resonate with me personally. Thus, it isn't only about male or female decisions; I've always been drawn to individuals with diverse and intricate viewpoints from various worlds, nations, and cultures."
“I aim to stay brave, not shut myself off but engage. I strive and never retreat."
