Release Date: December 20, 2024
Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 54 minutes
Director: Halina Reijn
Writer: Halina Reijn
Production Companies: 2AM, A24, Man Up Film
Languages: English
Countries of Origin: United States, Netherlands
Filming Locations: New York City, New York, USA
Story
As Romy’s affair with Samuel spirals out of control, she is forced to confront the choices she’s made and their consequences. The film explores themes of power, betrayal, and the blurred lines between personal and professional lives. “Babygirl” is a gripping thriller that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths one will go to protect what they love, even at the risk of losing everything.
Plot Summary
“Babygirl” follows Romy (Nicole Kidman), a high-powered CEO of a major corporation in New York City. Despite her seemingly perfect life, Romy feels an increasing sense of dissatisfaction and loneliness. Her marriage to Jacob (Antonio Banderas) has grown cold and distant, and her relationship with her daughter, Isabel (Esther McGregor), is strained due to her demanding career.
When Romy hires a charming and ambitious young intern named Samuel (Harris Dickinson), she finds herself irresistibly drawn to him. Samuel’s fresh perspective and youthful energy reignite a passion in Romy that she hasn’t felt in years. As their professional relationship turns into a torrid affair, Romy becomes entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal.
Jacob, sensing the changes in Romy’s behavior, grows suspicious and hires a private investigator, David (John Cenatiempo), to uncover the truth. As the affair intensifies, Romy’s world starts to unravel. Her career is jeopardized, and she must navigate the complex dynamics of her personal and professional life.
Samuel, meanwhile, harbors his own secrets and ambitions. As the affair deepens, he becomes increasingly manipulative, pushing Romy to make choices that could destroy everything she’s worked for. The arrival of Esme (Sophie Wilde), Samuel’s estranged ex-girlfriend, adds another layer of tension, as she seeks to expose Samuel’s true nature.
Main Cast
Nicole Kidman as Romy: A high-powered CEO struggling with her personal and professional life.
Harris Dickinson as Samuel: Romy’s much younger intern, whose charm and ambition lead to a dangerous affair.
Antonio Banderas as Jacob: Romy’s husband, who becomes suspicious of her behavior.
Jean Reno as Mr. Missel: A senior executive at Romy’s company, who becomes entangled in the fallout of the affair.
Sophie Wilde as Esme: Samuel’s estranged ex-girlfriend, who seeks to reveal Samuel’s true nature.
John Cenatiempo as David: A private investigator hired by Jacob.
Leslie Silva as Hazal: Romy’s loyal assistant, who tries to protect her boss.
Anoop Desai as Robert: A colleague of Romy’s, who becomes a confidant.
Esther McGregor as Isabel: Romy’s daughter, who feels neglected by her mother.
Vaughan Reilly as Nora: A friend of Romy’s, who provides emotional support.
Victor Slezak as Mr. Missel: A key figure in Romy’s company, who becomes involved in the scandal.
Gabriela Torres as Intern Rose: A fellow intern who becomes suspicious of Samuel and Romy’s relationship.
Maxwell Whittington-Cooper as Josh: Samuel’s best friend, who knows more than he lets on.
Tyler Johnson as Raver: A mysterious figure connected to Samuel’s past.
Robert Farrior as Stephen: A corporate rival of Romy’s, who seeks to exploit her vulnerabilities.
Ariana Maria McCue as Nude cult member: A member of a secretive group that Samuel gets involved with.
Alex Anagnostidis as Driver: Romy’s chauffeur, who becomes an unexpected witness.
Jonathan Auguste as Jonathan Auguste: An enigmatic character who influences the course of events.
