Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman recently shared her thoughts on the movie business and the unique opportunities it offers.
In a chat with Ariana Grande for Interview magazine, Kidman expressed her admiration for the industry. She said, “There are so many people that want to do it and are insanely talented, and just don’t get the lucky break.”
The Excitement of Acting
Kidman highlighted the unpredictability of the entertainment world: “What’s fantastic about our industry is that, actually, there is that chance. We’re not in business or something, where you have to keep working your way up. Sometimes that lucky break can just fall from the heavens and your whole life changes.”
She elaborated, “Maybe you’ve been auditioning for 20 years, and then you get that role. It’s like you’re always on the precipice of everything changing. That’s what’s so wonderful about being an actor or a singer or an artist.” Kidman emphasized the thrill of potential success, noting, “It could be just around the corner, that big break. And I’ve seen it happen for so many people, close friends of mine, later in life, too.”
Sharing Experiences Instead of Advice
Despite her success, Kidman believes in a gentle approach to sharing wisdom. As she mentioned to Harper’s Bazaar, “I’m not big on telling people what to do, but I’m more than happy to share. Then, people can take tidbits because we all know you tell somebody to do something, and they’re going to do what they want to do anyway. That’s true, right? So it’s more about sharing your own experiences, saying this is what I’ve learned, take from it what you will.”
Embracing Personal Features
In addition to her thoughts on the industry, Kidman spoke about embracing her appearance. When asked if she has grown to appreciate aspects of herself that she once disliked, she mentioned, “My fair skin. I used to hate it. It’s still not my favourite thing, but I appreciate it because it’s very good on film, so I use it that way.”
She added, “My height (is another thing I’ve learned to appreciate). I’m lucky to be tall, and I have so much leeway with what I eat because there’s so many more places for it to go!”
In sharing her insights, Kidman reflects a journey of self-acceptance and a passion for the art of acting.