This is one of the sharpest, most generous reads of Nymphomaniac I’ve come across. The reframing of “fill all my holes” as a spiritual—almost metaphysical—yearning, not just erotic, completely reshapes the film’s core. Loved your link to Bataille too: Joe’s sovereignty through transgression rather than despite it feels like the only honest way to understand her. Thank you for restoring the gravity of a film that’s so often reduced to provocation.
Thank you! I do feel very strongly that provocation isn't the sole purpose of this film, and even where it is intended to shock it isn't without good reason. Appreciate you understanding.
This is one of the sharpest, most generous reads of Nymphomaniac I’ve come across. The reframing of “fill all my holes” as a spiritual—almost metaphysical—yearning, not just erotic, completely reshapes the film’s core. Loved your link to Bataille too: Joe’s sovereignty through transgression rather than despite it feels like the only honest way to understand her. Thank you for restoring the gravity of a film that’s so often reduced to provocation.
Thank you! I do feel very strongly that provocation isn't the sole purpose of this film, and even where it is intended to shock it isn't without good reason. Appreciate you understanding.