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Nadja

1995·Movie
1h 33min·R
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Metacritic65–Rotten Tomatoes71%66%
IMDb6.0Metacritic65–Rotten Tomatoes71%66%

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Scare8
  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Romance5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some dark humor and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Absurdist Humor5

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Unseen. Unforgiving. Undead.

In a contemporary New York City, members of a dysfunctional family of vampires are trying to come to terms with each other, in the wake of their father's death. Meanwhile, they are being hunted by Dr. Van Helsing and his hapless nephew. As in all good vampire movies, forces of love are pitted against forces of destruction.
Vampire Family DramaGothic HorrorDarkly HumorousArthouse VampireNew York CityExistential AngstDysfunctional RelationshipsCult Classic

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Almereyda, Dina Waxman
Written by:
Michael Almereyda
Produced by:
David Lynch, Mary Sweeney, Kerry Barden
Composed by:
Simon Fisher-Turner

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Nadja

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Nadja legally?

PrimeThe RokuCriterionAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon MX Player

Nadja is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Nadja worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 71%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Nadja rated?

RViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Nadja?

1 h 33 min

Nadja runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Nadja?

Critics68
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Nadja much the same way.

What language is Nadja in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Nadja?

5CAGBGGIEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nadja in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Nadja use?

The Bad Guy WinsBald of EvilThe CameoMeaningful NameDeliberately MonochromeNot Using the "Z" WordFun with Foreign LanguagesStock FootageSignificant Double CastingMirror ScareLesbian VampireTwin Telepathy

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Nadja, including The Bad Guy Wins, Bald of Evil, The Cameo.