Nicole Kidman's 3-Month Transformation into Moulin Rouge!'s Satine: A Behind-the-Scenes Look

Nicole Kidman Recalls the Three-Month Journey to Becoming Satine in Moulin Rouge! Hollywood, CA – In a recent interview with Allure magazine, Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman shared intimate details about her preparation for the iconic role of Satine in Baz Luhrmann's 2001 film, Moulin Rouge!. Kidman described a three-month intensive process, stating, "We did a three-month workshop, and over the process of that, we danced, we sang, we workshopped the script." The actress also revealed the extensive makeup tests undertaken, some of which even made it into the final film. She explained the value of this process, saying, "When you do a makeup test, rather than wasting time just standing there, you actually create the character on film." Kidman's candid account of the challenges and triumphs of bringing Satine to life offers a compelling look into the dedication required for such a demanding role and serves as an inspiration to aspiring actors. The full interview can be viewed on Allure's social media channels.