Nicole Kidman opened up about the intense emotions she experienced after filming a series of shocking scenes for the TV show "Big Little Lies."
The Australian actress, who portrayed the character Celeste Wright, a downtrodden housewife trapped in an abusive relationship, revealed that the rage she had to portray on screen stayed with her long after the cameras stopped rolling. In one particularly challenging moment, Nicole even resorted to throwing a rock through a glass door when she returned home, reflecting her pent-up anger from the distressing scenes.
During the emotionally charged scenes, Nicole not only endured physical bruises but also experienced significant emotional tolls. The toll was so overwhelming that she sometimes had to rely on pain medication. Her co-star, Reese Witherspoon, recalled an incident when Nicole called her to confess acting out in a fit of rage after a day of shooting. Nicole's emotional state was so intense that she felt humiliated, angry, and devastated during the filming process.
To cope with the intensity on set, both Nicole and her on-screen husband, Alexander Skarsgard, who played the abusive character Perry, developed ways to reconnect and support each other after the challenging scenes. Alexander emphasized the importance of checking in with one another and offering hugs to shake off the emotional weight they carried from the disturbing portrayals.
Even Nicole's real-life husband, Keith Urban, expressed distress over the physical toll the role took on her, seeing her return home covered in deep bruises. Despite the concern, Keith understood the nature of her profession and recognized her dedication as an artist.
Nicole Kidman's commitment to her role in "Big Little Lies" was evident in the toll it took on her emotionally and physically. Despite the challenges, she remained devoted to her craft, supported by her co-stars, husband, and loved ones throughout the filming process.
