Feb 6, 2011 - Australian actress Nicole Kidman was presented with the Cinema Vanguard Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) last night. Two thousand people filled up the beautiful Arlington Theatre for the occasion. Many more stood at the perimeter of the enclosed area immediately in front of the theater in the hope of catching a glimpse of the artist. They got their chance close to 8 pm when Kidman walked the red carpet at a rather quick pace but always smiling.
The award was presented in recognition of Kidman’s prolific career both in film and theater, celebrating the range and versatility that she has demonstrated in the selection of her characters. The event included clips of movies the American public has enjoyed since they first discovered her in 1989’s Dead Calm.
Kidman won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe award in 2003 for her portrayal of Virginia Woolf in The Hours. She is again nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress this year for her performance in Rabbit Hole. This fall, Kidman and Oscar nominated actor James Franco will take a break from the movies to act together on stage on Broadway.
Kidman is currently married to Country music star Keith Urban. During her interview last night the star agreed to be currently enjoying “a great point in her life.”
Today Sunday is this year’s last day at the SBIFF. Films will be screened throughout the day starting at 8 am and until the late evening. Check out the schedule here.
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