‘Babygirl’ stars Harris Dickinson and Amelia Dimoldenberg create a stir with their fun chemistry in the ‘Chicken Shop Date’ teaser! Meanwhile, Nicole Kidman stunned audiences with her strong and fearless portrayal of a woman who knows how to pick herself up even when she is broken!
Although Babygirl is a great film of its time, Helena Reason has added a deeper cinematic appeal to it by infusing it with glimpses of iconic erotic thrillers of the 80s and 90s. The film has a strong retro vibe, reminiscent of thrilling and suspenseful films like Basic Instinct and Fatal Attraction. No wonder Reason has taken inspiration from master directors like Paul Verhoeven and Adrian Lyne for this bold and suspenseful story.
Music, suspense and an unsettled atmosphere
The film’s background score takes the audience back to decades, with classics like George Michael’s ‘Father Figure’ and INXS’ Never Tear Us Apart’ playing. However, these same old tunes suddenly make the audience feel uneasy by unexpected changes in mood and tempo—much like in Luca Guadagnino’s ‘Challengers’. This atmosphere signals them to be constantly on alert, as nothing is stable.
At the center of this entire dramatic atmosphere is Romy (Nicole Kidman), the influential CEO of an automation company in New York City. Her life is kept in order by her sharp-witted assistant Esme (Sophie Wilde). But her personal life isn’t as stable—she’s the wife of a famous theater director Jacob (Antonio Banderas) and has two daughters, Isabel (Esther McGregor) and Nora (Vaughn Reilly).
The film’s uncertainty and suspense keep viewers on edge at every turn, creating a powerful cinematic experience.
The Boundaries of Desire, Dominance and Restrictions
The film opens with a bold and provocative scene: After: After a passionate night between Romy (Nicole Kidman) and Jacob (Antonio Banderas), Romy leaves her marital bed to watch porn alone to satisfy her desires. This scene exposes her repressed emotions and unfulfilled desires, which are soon to take a new mysterious turn.
The next morning, as she steps out to go to work, an aggressive dog suddenly blocks her path. To her fear and discomfort, a mysterious young man tames the dog. This tense encounter proves to be the beginning of an unknown but exciting connection for Romy.
As soon as she enters the office, she gets another shock—the same young man Samuel (Harris Dickinson) is an intern at her company. Romy feels uncomfortable with Samuel’s confidence and domineering attitude. However, when she tells him that the power dynamic between them is unequal and that all of this would go wrong, Samuel pauses and says just one sentence—“I think you like being told what to do.”
This statement signals Romi’s deepest desires and breaking of boundaries. Soon, their relationship enters a dangerous world of dominance and submission, where the lines between control and submission begin to blur.
ROMI’S UNCONTROLLED DESIRES—A DANGEROUS BUT ENGAGED JOURNEY!
Romi’s life is caught in a whirlpool of passion, lust and self-discovery. She is chasing her desires like a train out of control, even when her marriage, career and social image are at stake. Babygirl is not only reminiscent of the bold thrillers of the 90s, but is also presented with new age bold and intense storytelling. The specialty of this film is not only its provocative and suspenseful atmosphere, but it also touches emotional and psychological depths. And yes, the film also has a shocking ‘no-underwear’ scene that cannot be ignored!
Nicole Kidman’s Powerful and Heartbreaking Performance!
When Nicole Kidman first appears on screen with a stylish scarf wrapped around her swan-like neck, it seems like another of her “aristocratic lady in danger” roles. But as the film progresses, Romy is revealed to be a complex, compelling and mysterious woman who is both fragile and ruthless. Kidman plays the character with such depth and strength that every scene stays in the audience’s mind.
Harris Dickinson and Antonio Banderas—Perfect Screen Presence!
Harris Dickinson completely immerses himself in his character Samuel. He not only looks masculine and mysterious, but his passion and innocence add a new energy to the story. His screen presence is so strong that he leaves his mark in every scene. His character seems as if he could be a part of a modern and bold James Bond. On the other hand, Antonio Banderas provides depth and emotional balance to the film with his presence as Jacob.
Babygirl—A perfect blend of lust, mystery and passion!
With beauty, excitement and mystery in every frame, Babygirl is not just a bold film, but it is also a mind game thriller that keeps the audience captivated till the last scene.
The effect of censorship—the story takes a turn different from Reason’s intentions!
Like always, the **censor board interfered with the original intentions of the film again, causing *Babygirl* to fall short of what director *Helena Reason* had intended. However, these cuts make the film more symbolic and deeply thought-provoking. In this game of art and censorship, Reason’s imagination does not get full flight, but the film still manages to create its own identity.
Babygirl—a story of hope and romance with a new shine!
Even though the film has post-millennial style and the shine of modern cinema, its real essence is wrapped in the emotions of hope and love. Babygirl is not just an intense and suspenseful thriller, it is also a romantic journey that manages to touch the hearts of the audiences.** The magic of this film feels like a soothing respite even in our complicated, fast-paced and crazy times – a story that leaves the heart feeling warm and comforted in the end.
