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The Nymph

1996·Movie
1h 50min
55
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age10
  • Pathos8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Growing up, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

On the outskirts of Naples during the Second World War, naïve 15 year-old Miluzza, subjected to repeated abuse by the men around her, is unable to escape the confines of her small village. After her mother's unfortunate death, she meets a wounded soldier and helps him return to his family's farm. He falls in love and wants to marry her but his mother insists on his betrothal to a virgin.
Italian CinemaComing-of-Age DramaWar-Torn InnocenceErotic AwakeningHistorical SettingSentimental EducationSocial CommentaryRural Village LifeMelancholy Tone

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Nymph worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Nymph rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Nymph?

1 h 50 min

The Nymph runs 1 h 50 min.

Is The Nymph based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Nymph in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.