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Tom Cruise Reflects on Career, Praises Nicole Kidman and Acting Legends

Ahead of receiving a BFI Fellowship and attending Cannes, Cruise discusses his collaborations with Kubrick, Kidman, and iconic actors in a Sight and Sound interview.

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Overview

  • Tom Cruise revealed he suggested Nicole Kidman for her role in Stanley Kubrick's 'Eyes Wide Shut,' calling her 'a great actress.'
  • Cruise described the 15-month shoot of 'Eyes Wide Shut' as a unique experience, involving constant script rewrites and reshoots to refine the film's tone.
  • He praised Val Kilmer's charisma and artistry in the 'Top Gun' films, reflecting on their enduring collaboration and Kilmer's impact.
  • Cruise lauded Jack Nicholson's mastery of body, voice, and camera in 'A Few Good Men,' highlighting his command over performance nuances.
  • The actor will be honored with a prestigious BFI Fellowship on Monday and is set to attend the Cannes premiere of 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' next week.