Nicole Kidman’s "Babygirl" Gets 6.5-Minute Standing Ovation at Venice

Nicole Kidman earned a standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival Friday night at the premiere of Halina Reijn’s  “Babygirl.”

In the A24 movie, Kidman plays a high-powered CEO who starts a secret affair with her new intern (Harris Dickinson).

While not a conventional art house movie, “Babygirl” stimulated the audience. As the end credits rolled on the film at the Sala Grande Theatre, the crowd erupted into a 6.5-minute standing ovation.

As the audience cheered, Kidman hugged Reijn, beamed, and blushed at all the attention.

“Babygirl” — which premiered in competition at Venice — also stars Antonio Banderas, Banderas, Sophie Wilde, and Esther McGregor.

Kidman has a long history with Venice. At the 2004 edition, she starred in Jonathan Glazer’s psychological drama “Birth,” which sparked controversy and boos at the festival over a scene with her 10-year-old co-star Cameron Bright. 

After Venice, “Babygirl” is due to have its North American premiere at the Toronto Film Festival before opening in theaters in December.