[Trailer 3] Nymphomaniac
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Film seems to be getting racier in this day and age, and if a border-line porno is going to take the screen, it better be a damn good plot line for it to be in theaters. Along this route comes Lars von Trier with his what is being called "sexual romp of a film" Nymphomaniac, and following off of that statement, I guess I could feel a little bashful in my desire to see it. However, I like when a filmmaker doesn't shy away from what may make a film become controversial or potentially far more interesting, and I think the bold stance Nymphomaniac is about to take as a film will undeniably be a cinematic feat in itself.
Nymphomaniac is about a girl recalling her many sexual experiences to a man who saved her from being beaten to death. Starring Charlotte Gainsbourg as the self-proclaimed nymphomaniac, the film features a lot of huge names such as Stellan Skarsgård, Uma Thurman, and Shia LeBeouf (unfortunately without a bag on his head). You can watch a clip of the upcoming film here.
The film is to be released on iTunes/OnDemand on March 6, 2014 and in theaters on March 21, 2014.
Brand new stills for Lars von Trier's Nymphomaniac
I've covered Nymphomaniac pretty extensively, so it's a bit too obvious to state that I'm absolutely excited for the film(s) to finally be released. It's not so much about the sex scenes that director Lars von Trier is adamant about including. Rather, I'm interested to see what he has to say about sex culture, both as a social trend as well as a cinematic trend. Is there still a stigma against depictions of sex acts in films? Will it even have a philosophical bend to it, or will it ultimately end up being a misguided pet project made up of a talented cast exploited for sex? North America will have to wait until the Spring to find out.
To whet our appetites, a new post and film stills have been released. They range from cautious to risque, from Willem Dafoe's chiseled face to Charlotte Gainsbourg tied up for a sexual bondage act. These may or may not be NSFW, depending on whether your company considers Shia LaBeouf going down for some afternoon delight isn't allowed. Enjoy, early morning viewers.
US release dates set for Nymphomaniac
Lars von Trier's sexual romp of a film, Nymphomaniac, finally has confirmed release dates for the United States. With all of the edits and different versions planned for release, it got pretty confusing for those of us tracking the film. The one constant (and confirmed release) was Nymphomaniac's Christmas debut in Denmark. Earlier today, Magnolia Pictures, the distribution studio behind Nymphomaniac, finally confirmed that the two part film will have spring releases. Nymphomaniac: Part One will be available on VOD on March 6, 2014 and in theaters on March 21, 2014; Nymphomaniac: Part Two will be available on VOD on April 3, 2014 and in theaters on April 18, 2014.
The film is split into two parts due to length, but to also differentiate between Joe's (Charlotte Gainsbourg/Stacy Martin) early and later sexual lives. Nymphomaniac also stars Shia LaBeouf, Willem Dafoe, Mia Goth, Jamie Bell, Christian Slater, Uma Thurman, and more. As you've seen in the first official trailer, Nymphomaniac doesn't pull any punches with its depictions of sex, which is almost unheard of in today's Hollywood that will exploit nudity, but rarely show extreme sexual encounters.
How many different cuts of Lars von Trier's Nymphomaniac are there?
Lars von Trier's Nymphomaniac is a sexual romp of a film analyzing a girl's life beginning from her sexual awakening to her formative, senior years. You've seen the trailer, you've seen the posters, and you've seen the clips. However, what hasn't been exactly clear over the past few months is the exact nature of the final cut for the film. Considering its very racy and sexual content, von Trier's had to face various edits, ratings snafus, and all sorts of other dilemmas to ensure Nymphomaniac has a proper release. Finally, the shape of the film's final release has been cemented.
von Trier's vision for Nymphomaniac is a roughly five-hour, two-part film that puts the real human drama into the spotlight as much as the very graphic, gratuitous sex scenes. Of course, the hurdles involving decency and censorship prevent von Trier from releasing his own cut of the film. Instead, it's been previously reported that the film will be edited to a softer two-part, four hour film upon its release in Denmark next month. There were rumors that this cut went against von Trier's wishes, but in fact, that's far from the truth.
Rather than having to make various edits to appease distributors all across the world, von Trier has given the blessing to his Melancholia editor Molly Malene Stensgaard for the softer edit. The full, "director's cut" of the film will probably find distribution via home media. Producer Louise Vesth summed up the process in an interview with Screen Daily, stating:
Lars told me he was happy that we could do it this way, for him it was very important that we have a long version for artistic reasons but he understands that we meet the wishes for distribution. It’s in his interest that the film is able to be seen in the different territories. This was the way to even make the film at all. If we only had one version he would have had to make more compromises and distributors all over the world would have had to censor it themselves because of various censorship practices. It’s a way for the broader public to be able to see the film. Both versions are suitable for the public, but of course when you go very explicit you will squeeze the possibilities of distribution.
Long story short, if you're excited for the full penetration of Nymphomaniac, you might have to wait awhile until the "true" version of the film is released. If you're okay with a softer, NC-17 edit, the four hour version will suit your needs... heheheh.
[via /Film]
[Trailer] Nymphomaniac [NSFW]
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While Blue is the Warmest Color has garnered controversy over its lesbian sex scenes, they were but a small (albeit eye-opening and very memorable) scenes as part of a much larger film. Lars von Trier's next film, Nymphomaniac, however, is about nothing but sex. As we've seen in the previously released clips and the intense posters, von Trier's not pulling any punches with the sexuality in the film.
Finally, the first official trailer for the film has been released, and it's as sexually-explicit as we've come to expect from the film. Included in the trailer are the majority of the ensemble cast (Uma Thurman, Stacy Martin, Jamie Bell, Connie Nielsen, Christian Slater, Willem Dafoe, Mia Goth, Nicolas Bro, Sophie Kennedy Clark, Jens Albinus, and Udo Kier) engaging in risque, sexual situations. The tone of the two-part film is very dark and engaging with a hint of a lyrical vibe driving the film along which is typical of von Trier's films.
Denmark and Norway will receive Nymphomaniac on Christmas and France will have its release in January. North America, however, has no other release info other than it's "coming soon." Coming soon, indeed.
[Video] Clip from Nymphomaniac's Chapter 5: The Little Organ School (NSFW)
For all of the controversy surrounding Blue is the Warmest Color, I'm surprised more hasn't been said about Lars von Trier's next film, Nymphomaniac. There have been a few clips and snippets of the film released, including June's first teaser from the film's first chapter, "The Compleat Angler." However, this latest clip from the film's fifth chapter, "The Little Organ School," shows just how sexual Nymphomaniac is.
The triple-cut clip features Young Joe (Stacy Martin) doing sex with three different men against a musical backdrop of an organ playing Bach. Intercut are scenes of the organist, a leopard, and a naked man animated in slow-motion. Remember: The clip is not safe for work by any means. Nymphomaniac still doesn't have a US release set, but I imagine we won't have to wait long into the new year to catch the film.
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New Nymphomaniac posters are literally sexy, orgasmic
Blue is the Warmest Color isn't the only film releasing this year that's been building controversy over its sex scenes. Lars von Trier's (Melancholia) next film, Nymphomaniac, tracks 50 years of a woman's (Charlotte Gainsbourg) sexuality from the loss of her virginity to her mature years. Buzz swirled when Shia LaBeouf (Charlie Countryman) revealed that the sex scenes would be as real as possible. That, however, was debunked when von Trier stated that the sex scenes would be performed with body doubles from the waist down.
Playing into the film's overtly-sexual themes (and its tagline, "Forget about love"), these new promotional posters for Nymphomaniac feature the cast's vinegar strokes (which you can see below). Nymphomaniac stars Gainsbourg, LaBeouf, Uma Thurman, Willem Dafoe, Christian Slater, Stellan Skarsgard, and more. The film still doesn't have a domestic release scheduled, but it will premiere in Denmark on Christmas. "Ho ho ho," indeed.
[via Flixist]
[Video] New Nymphomaniac clip features girls talking about sex and chocolate
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Lars Von Trier is an artist that doesn't shy away from sex in his films. His most recent film, Melancholia, featured the end of the world and Kirstin Dunst suffering through depression as the end approaches. The film explored some interesting themes, but is notable for its frontal nudity of Dunst in a number of scenes. With his next film, Nymphomaniac, von Trier is exploring sexuality to a much larger extent, splitting the entire project into eight chapters across two films. Charlotte Gainsbourg (The Science of Sleep) stars as Joe, an elderly woman who recounts her 50 years of life, including all of the sexy details, to a complete stranger played by Stellan Skarsgard (Thor). The film also stars Shia LaBeouf (Transformers), Uma Thurman (Pulp Fiction), Willem Dafoe (Spider-Man), and more.
In this clip, which takes place during the first chapter, "The Compleat Angler," a young Joe discusses doing sex with random strangers on a train... in exchange for some chocolate. The clip's full description reads as follows:
How does an ordinary bag of chocolate sweets become a symbol of sexual victory?
As Joe and her experienced friend B embark on a train trip, they bet on how many men they can seduce on the ride.
The grand prize is a delicious bag of chocolate sweets, and it soon becomes clear to Joe that in order to win, she needs to lure the prey into biting the hook like a skilled fisherman.
Nymphomaniac has garned a bit of controversy involving the rampant sex scenes to be featured in the film, causing both a hardcore and softcore version of the film to be released. No word on a US release date, but the film will be a welcome Christmas treat for other nymphomaniacs when it's released in Denmark for the holiday.