Nicole Kidman is advocating for female directors at the Cannes Film Festival 2025, where she is set to receive the prestigious Women in Motion Award. Kidman has been a vocal supporter of increasing female representation in the film industry.
During Kering's Women in Motion talks at Cannes, Kidman reflected on her commitment to working with female directors. She initially pledged to collaborate with a female director every 18 months and has since worked with 27. Kidman emphasized the importance of this commitment, stating it provides purpose and allows her to experiment with her roles. She also praised the number of female-directed films in the 2025 Cannes competition, specifically mentioning Mascha Schilinski's 'Sound of Falling', which premiered on May 14, 2025.
In related news, Kidman provided an update on the 'Practical Magic' sequel with Sandra Bullock, slated for release on September 18, 2026. She confirmed that both she and Bullock will be returning as the witchy sisters. The Cannes Film Festival is running from May 13-24, 2025.