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Nymphomaniac: Vol. I 2013

“Forget about love.”

★ 6.9/10 · 3,696 votes NR Drama Released
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What is Nymphomaniac: Vol. I?

"Nymphomaniac: Vol. I" is a film that revolves around the life of a woman who is brought home by a man named Seligman after fainting in an alley.

Type
Film
Year
2013
Status
Released
Runtime
118 minutes
Release date
Dec 25, 2013
Original language
EN
Origin
Germany, Belgium, Denmark, France, Sweden
Studios
Zentropa Entertainments, Zentropa International Köln, Slot Machine
Budget
$2,350,000
Revenue
$13,545,832
Genres
Drama
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Overview

"Nymphomaniac: Vol. I" is a film that revolves around the life of a woman who is brought home by a man named Seligman after fainting in an alley. The woman, who refers to herself as Joe, shares her life story with Seligman, detailing her experiences and relationships with numerous individuals. Joe's narrative is presented as a non-linear account of her life, focusing on her early years and her development into a woman with a complex and troubled past. In contrast to Joe's story, Seligman shares his own interests and hobbies, including fly fishing, reading about mathematical concepts, and listening to organ music. The film explores themes of identity, relationships, and the complexities of human experience through the conversations between Joe and Seligman.

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Should you watch it?

“A wounded woman recounts her complex life story to the man who rescued her.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling narrative structure
  • intense character study
Keep in mind
  • contains mature themes

Watch it if you are interested in character-driven dramas about personal history.

The film contains mature sexual themes and depictions of violence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the film about?

It follows a woman named Joe who recounts her life experiences to a man named Seligman.

Who finds the woman in the alley?

A man named Seligman discovers her and brings her to his home.

What does Joe call herself?

She describes herself as a nymphomaniac.

What does Seligman discuss?

He shares details about his hobbies, including fly fishing, Fibonacci numbers, and organ music.

Is this the complete story?

This film is the first volume of the story.