KIDMAN RECEIVES TOP SANTA BARBARA PRIZE

Published on Sunday, February 06 2011

Nicole Kidman was the toast of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in California on Saturday (05Feb11) as she was honored with a top prize.

The Moulin Rouge! star received the coveted Cinema Vanguard Award, which recognizes stars who take artistic risks and make a significant contribution to film, at a special tribute as part of the 10-day event.

Taking to the stage to accept the trophy, Kidman told the audience, "I suppose that's in my blood. I don't even see it as taking a risk, I just see it as staying true to my heart and instinct."

The honor has previously been presented to Vera Farmiga, Christoph Waltz and Peter Sarsgaard.