Product: Run, Lola, Run [VHS] (1999)
Rating: 5.0
Clever Endeavor
This film was brought to my attention during English class. Since, I have added it to my own collection. "Run Lola Run" is an exciting, upbeat movie that keeps you on the edge of your seat.Mannie and Lola are the main characters. They are the German Bonnie and Clyde. Lola is driven by loyalty-Mannie by money. Each plays a vital role in the film. However, the story centers on Lola's ordeal, hence the title, with brief interjections into Mannie's experience.The director carefully sequences three, very possible, scenarios that lead you to yearn for the criminals to succeed. Each scenario contains events that are particular to that version of the story. So, do not blink because some changes are subtle yet intricate to the story line.Music sets the pace. Techno sounds blare in the background, forcing you to keep up with the scenes smearing by. The music controls you-you are but putty in the director's hands-as you hang on every note."Run Lola Run" was better that I ever anticipated. It was very enjoyable and addictive. Each time I watch the film I see something new; I am now going on my fourth viewing.