Comedy Cult Classic

A tumble down the stairs launches Carole into a surreal journey of desire and discovery.

I AM A NYMPHOMANIAC

When a Girl Comes Face to Face With Her Infinite Desire

1971 · 01:43:00 · R · Comedy / Drama / Fantasy · IMDB TMDB

A young woman falls down a staircase, and suddenly becomes... a nymphomaniac.

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What is I Am a Nymphomaniac about?

I Am a Nymphomaniac is a 1971 French comedy, drama, and fantasy film directed by Max Pécas about a young woman who becomes a nymphomaniac after falling down a staircase.

Key Facts

Director: Max Pécas
Writers: Max Pécas, Claude Mulot
Release: 1971
Runtime: 1h 43m
Country: France
Language: French
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Also Known As: Forbidden Passion, Libido: The Urge to Love, Carole et ses démons, I Am a Nymphomanic, Ik Ben Manziek

The SassyFlix Take

Max Pécas takes the sexual liberation of the 1970s and gives it a surreal French twist: one accidental fall, and Carole’s world spins into a fever dream of comedy, drama, and fantasy. Sandra Julien brings both innocence and intrigue to the role, proving that sometimes, a single step can change everything—especially in a Pécas film.

From the Vault

Proof that in 1971 France, even a staircase could kickstart a fantasy.

Why Cult

Sexual Liberation Fantasy

Carole’s transformation after a staircase mishap is pure 1970s French cinema—mixing eroticism with whimsical surrealism.

Max Pécas Direction

The film is helmed by Max Pécas, a director known for blending sensuality and sly humor in the French exploitation tradition.

French Cult Cast

Sandra Julien headlines a cast packed with French cult favorites, including Janine Reynaud and Michel Lemoine.

Film Details

Director Max Pécas

Writers Max Pécas, Claude Mulot

Themes & Keywords

sexual awakening nymphomania young woman staircase

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Am a Nymphomaniac about? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac is about a young woman who, after falling down a staircase, suddenly becomes a nymphomaniac.

When was I Am a Nymphomaniac released? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac was released in 1971.

Who directed I Am a Nymphomaniac? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac was directed by Max Pécas.

How long is I Am a Nymphomaniac? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac has a runtime of 103 minutes.

What genre is I Am a Nymphomaniac? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac is a comedy, drama, and fantasy film.

Where can I watch I Am a Nymphomaniac? +

I Am a Nymphomaniac is available to stream on SassyFlix.