{"id":14960,"date":"2025-03-28T00:14:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T00:14:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mbt.mv\/?p=14960"},"modified":"2025-03-28T00:22:53","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T00:22:53","slug":"nicole-kidman-on-holland-i-dont-see-myself-as-a-movie-star-i-love-bringing-characters-to-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mbt.mv\/?p=14960","title":{"rendered":"Nicole Kidman on ‘Holland’: ‘I Don\u2019t See Myself as a Movie Star; I Love Bringing Characters to Life’"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kidman spoke about her character, Nancy. Describing her role, she said, \u201cNancy embodies the idea of an idyllic, white-picket-fence life. But beneath the surface, there\u2019s a restlessness, a yearning for something more. That\u2019s where we meet her at the beginning of the story.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Set in the seemingly serene town of Holland, Michigan, the film quickly subverts expectations. Kidman humorously acknowledged the setting\u2019s unique cinematic presence, saying, \u201cWhen you hear \u2018windmills and tulips,\u2019 Holland, Michigan, isn\u2019t the first place that comes to mind,\u201d<\/em> she laughed. \u201cThat was part of the charm\u2014because, as Mimi will explain, it\u2019s a setting that feels both idyllic and fantastical. That contrast makes it a fantastic backdrop for a thriller.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Joining Kidman in the cast is Gael Garc\u00eda Bernal, who portrays Dave\u2014a mysterious presence drawn into Nancy\u2019s life. \u201cThere\u2019s something captivating about her,\u201d<\/em> Bernal shared. \u201cShe\u2019s both enigmatic and immediately trustworthy. Dave starts off quite lonely, and Nancy is the first person to truly see him\u2014not just at face value, but on a deeper level.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

While Holland<\/em> delivers the tension expected from a thriller, Kidman assures audiences there\u2019s more to it than just suspense. \u201cIt\u2019s got an element of fun,\u201d<\/em> she revealed. \u201cYes, there are twists and turns, but you\u2019re also meant to laugh and enjoy the ride. Around the halfway mark, the story takes on a caper-like quality with sleuthing elements, and then things start unraveling. Just when you think you have it all figured out, you realize nothing is as it seems.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Renowned for taking on bold and intricate roles, Kidman explained that her decision to join Holland<\/em> stemmed from her passion for pushing artistic boundaries. Addressing the media, she stated, \u201cI see myself as a character actress. I don\u2019t think of myself as a leading lady or a movie star\u2014I just love building characters.\u201d<\/em> She further highlighted the importance of voice work in her process, adding, \u201cThe accent played a huge role in shaping Nancy. I found a sense of innocence and wonder in her that I haven\u2019t had the chance to explore before.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Reflecting on her career choices, she continued, \u201cWe\u2019re incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to experiment in this industry. I\u2019m in a position where I can take creative risks and also support others who want to explore artistry in a similar way. It\u2019s about working with people\u2014both in front of and behind the camera\u2014who share that same drive for discovery.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

She concluded with a heartfelt sentiment: \u201cI never take this privilege for granted. So many people don\u2019t get the chance to pursue their passions, and we do. That\u2019s something I always appreciate.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Holland<\/em> premieres today, March 27, on Prime Video. In this gripping thriller, Nicole Kidman stars as Nancy Vandergroot\u2014a dedicated teacher and homemaker living a seemingly perfect life in tulip-filled Holland, Michigan, alongside her devoted husband (Matthew Macfadyen) and their son (Jude Hill). But as Nancy and her charismatic colleague (Gael Garc\u00eda Bernal) begin to suspect a buried secret, their picturesque world unravels into a web of deception where nothing is as it appears.<\/p>\n