Nicole Kidman Premieres 'Holland' at SXSW 2025, Responses Mixed

Nicole Kidman and Matthew Macfadyen premiered their new thriller 'Holland' at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, Texas, receiving a mix of cheers and discomfort from the audience. The film, directed by Mimi Cave, follows Kidman's character, Nancy, who suspects her husband of infidelity, leading to surreal and unsettling dream sequences that reflect her anxiety. Despite Kidman's striking appearance in a see-through Fendi dress from 2008, reactions to the film were polarized, with some viewers leaving during its more abstract moments. The film will be available on Amazon Prime Video starting March 27. Kidman emphasized the meticulous character development and nostalgic setting, while critics noted the film's tension evoked by its time period and themes of hidden secrets. Overall, the premiere highlighted the festival's vibrant atmosphere, even as some attendees seemed less engaged than usual.