Sometimes, acting can be downright nerve-wracking—just ask Belfast star Jude Hill! Even though he’s worked with some of Hollywood’s biggest names, there was one moment during the filming of The Crowded Room that made his heart race faster than ever. Let’s just say it involved an intense scene, a wild line of dialogue, and a bit of panic when Nicole Kidman stepped into the picture. Jude spilled all the behind-the-scenes details, and we’re breaking it down for you in this entertaining list.
The “F-Bomb” That Shook Jude Hill
When you’re a child actor, you’re not exactly used to dropping curse words on set. But Jude Hill, playing the younger version of Tom Holland’s character in The Crowded Room, had no choice. There was a scene where he had to yell the F-word in front of none other than Nicole Kidman herself. Talk about pressure! Jude admitted he was terrified of messing up or offending someone. I was scared, he said in an exclusive interview. “I wasn’t sure how Nicole would react. Luckily, Nicole Kidman was super chill about the whole thing. She even reassured Jude by saying, “Just go for it. You’re doing great. Still, it’s not every day that a young actor has to shout curse words in front of an Oscar-winning legend!
Tom Holland’s Advice Helped Calm His Nerves
Working alongside Tom Holland can be pretty exciting, especially if you’re a Spider-Man fan like Jude Hill. But during the filming of The Crowded Room, Tom wasn’t just an action hero—he was also a mentor. Jude shared that Tom gave him some helpful advice before the big scene. Tom told me to relax and focus on the character,” Jude explained. “He said that sometimes you have to take risks to make a scene feel real.” That pep talk must have worked because Jude absolutely nailed the performance. And it just goes to show that even superheroes can be super supportive
Behind-The-Scenes Fun
Despite the tension during that unforgettable scene, Jude said working with Nicole Kidman was a dream come true. The award-winning actress made sure the young actor felt comfortable on set. Nicole was so kind, Jude recalled. “She treated me like an equal, even though she’s such a huge star.” The two even shared a few laughs between takes. Jude described Nicole as “down-to-earth” and “really funny,” which isn’t something you might expect from someone who’s won multiple awards and starred in countless blockbuster films.