Nicole Kidman just sat there and confirmed she’s worked with 15 female directors in seven years like it was a normal sentence. Graham pointed out that at her level she could easily say “I’m not doing that” and walk away. She didn’t. She said she loved the script, likes supporting women who are writing and directing now, and that the whole thing felt exciting and bold because it pushed her out of her comfort zone. Then one of the other guests brought up the target she set — one female director every 18 months — and she just nodded and went “15 in the last seven years, so.” Most people talk about wanting more women behind the camera. She actually made a number for herself and hit it hard enough that other people are now bringing it up in speeches. The interesting part is how casual she sounded saying it, like the number itself wasn’t the point.