Lola 2
Lola 2

Movie spotlight

Lola 2

2022
Movie
93 min
English

When champion amateur boxer and lifelong fighter Lola falls in love and has a baby, she struggles to give up her championship and leave the ring with her career unfinished.

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic39/100
Google Users59%
Director: Tate TaylorGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In 1997, a young woman named Lola finds herself in a tumultuous relationship with an unpredictable man. Her life takes a dangerous turn as she becomes entangled in a world of crime and violence, struggling to survive and escape the escalating chaos. The film explores themes of obsession, desperation, and the dark underbelly of a seemingly ordinary life.

Critical Reception

Lola received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some commending Mia Goth's performance while others criticized the film's pacing, plot, and overall execution. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding the film's descent into darkness to be gratuitous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mia Goth delivers a strong performance, but it's not enough to save the film.

  • The film struggles with a predictable plot and uneven tone.

  • Praised for its ambition, but ultimately falls short in execution.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a dark and disturbing watch, with many appreciating Mia Goth's commitment to her role. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was convoluted and the violence excessive.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Director Tate Taylor, known for 'The Help' and 'The Girl on the Train,' cited influences from 90s crime thrillers and psychological dramas when developing 'Lola'.

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