In the captivating erotic thriller "Babygirl," directed by Halina Reijn, an unforgettable moment occurs when Nicole Kidman’s character, Romy, receives a glass of milk from a young intern she’s having an affair with while they both are at a bar. In a bold move, Romy downs the entire glass in one go, leading to a playful exchange where the intern calls her a "good girl." This steamy scene, laced with humor, isn't just a figment of Reijn's imagination; it was inspired by a real-life encounter!

Reijn recently shared her story with IndieWire, shedding light on the striking similarities between her experience and the film. “It happened to me when I was performing on stage in Belgium,” she reminisced. “After a great show, I was feeling on top of the world, while my colleagues opted for an early night. Alone, I found myself at a bar, ordering a Diet Coke—my drink of choice back then due to my control-freak tendencies.”

The twist? A young, well-known Belgian actor—who remains unnamed—was there too. “He was at least 15 years my junior. Out of the blue, he sent me a glass of milk,” Reijn recalled. “I thought it was a bold and incredibly alluring gesture. So, I felt compelled to drink it all in one sip. It was a bit nauseating, honestly, since it was cow milk!"

However, Reijn also admitted that the actor never approached her to voice the iconic compliment she later penned in her film. “I wish he had called me a ‘good girl,’ but he just walked out,” she said. Despite this, the encounter left a lasting impact on her. “I didn’t have any physical interactions with him, but in writing, I recognized it as one of the most arousing moments of my life. It’s fascinating how sexual tension can stem from suggestion rather than physical acts.”

Reflecting on her creative process, Reijn emphasized that true, compelling intimacy often transcends physicality. “To me, real, shocking sex isn’t just about the act—it’s in the mind. It’s all about suggestion and imagination. That’s what I aimed to capture in Romy’s storyline—her crawling on a stained carpet, savoring a piece of candy, while being caressed like a pet—it’s all about the allure of the unspoken.”

The film, "Babygirl," opened in theaters on Christmas Day and made a notable splash at the box office, raking in $7 million domestically within its first five days. Additionally, Owen Gleiberman from Variety hailed "Babygirl," placing it among the best films of 2024, emphasizing its intricate depiction of a sadomasochistic affair that critiques a society obsessed with control.

A24 continues to screen this thought-provoking film, which is not just an exploration of eroticism but a commentary on the complexities of desire and personal freedom. Don't miss your chance to experience the provocative world of "Babygirl!"