Harris Dickinson Speaks Out on Bold, ‘Embarrassing’ Scenes with Much-Older Nicole Kidman in ‘Babygirl,’ Sparking a Stir

The co-stars of “Babygirl” can’t seem to catch a break from online reactions to their steamy scenes in the film, as more comments have ensued after Harris Dickinson’s recent revelations.

Hollywood star Harris Dickinson spoke with Variety‘s Marc Malkin on Friday, October 18, about how he and fellow industry icon Nicole Kidman filmed intimate scenes for the erotic thriller “Babygirl.” Despite revealing that they had set parameters, netizens, who have also expressed concern for how Kidman’s husband may have been affected by the scenes, reacted strongly.

In “Babygirl,” which is directed by Halina Reijn, Kidman takes on the role of a tech company CEO who embarks on a steamy, controversial affair with her much younger intern, who is played by Dickinson.

The film’s plot dives into the tangled dynamics of their relationship, exploring themes of power, vulnerability, and desire, which set the stage for some of the film’s most provocative scenes.

During his discussion with Variety, Dickinson noted that the presence of intimacy coordinator Lizzie Talbot was crucial in building the trust necessary to make each scene impactful without breaking the flow.

“We’d have a discussion with the intimacy coordinator and then Nicole and I kind of did our own thing with it once we set the parameters of what we were both comfortable with,” disclosed the actor.

Talbot’s approach allowed the duo to fully inhabit their roles while maintaining personal boundaries, ensuring that each scene was as authentic as it was respectful. “They’re facilitating that and doing it very delicately without interrupting the actual scene,” explained Dickinson.