Only Lovers Left Alive Timeline ( Real )

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March 8, 2013

Release of Only Lovers Left Alive

Only Lovers Left Alive, directed by Jim Jarmusch, was released and premiered to the public.

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Circa 2011

Jim Jarmusch begins writing Only Lovers Left Alive

Filmmaker Jim Jarmusch started writing the script for Only Lovers Left Alive, which explores the lives of two vampire lovers.

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2012

Filming of Only Lovers Left Alive

Principal photography for the film took place, capturing scenes in Detroit, Michigan and Tangier, Morocco.

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May 19, 2013

Film premieres at Cannes Film Festival

Only Lovers Left Alive premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, gaining critical attention.

Only Lovers Left Alive Timeline ( Fictional )

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17th century

Adam and Eve Meet

Adam and Eve, centuries-old vampires, meet and begin their eternal romantic relationship.

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Early 1900s

Adam Settles in Detroit

Adam chooses Detroit as his home in the 20th century, where he lives in seclusion as a musician.

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Mid 20th century

Eve Moves to Tangier

Eve lives in Tangier, Morocco, in a haven for creatives and intellectuals, maintaining contact with Adam.

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Contemporary era

Eve Visits Adam in Detroit

After a long time apart, Eve visits Adam in Detroit, reconnecting and sharing their struggles with the modern world.

conflict
Contemporary era

Arrival of Ava, Adam’s Sister

Ava arrives unexpectedly at Adam’s Detroit home, causing tension and conflict with destructive tendencies.

event
Contemporary era

Adam's Workshop Fires

Adam's underground lab and music studio are damaged due to fire, escalating his feelings of despair.

internal struggle
Contemporary era

Adam Considers Ending His Existence

Facing the loss of his creative purpose and surroundings, Adam contemplates suicide.

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Contemporary era

Eve and Adam Resolve to Survive Together

Eve supports Adam emotionally, reaffirming their immortal bond and will to persevere.