Lolo
On holiday in the south of France, chic Parisian sophisticate Violette meets life-loving IT geek Jean-René. Against all odds, there’s a real chemistry between them and at the end of the summer, Jean-René wastes no time in joining his beloved in Paris. But there’s trouble in paradise, and a third party swiftly appears to shatter the couple’s idyll: Lolo, Violette’s ultra-possessive 19-year-old son, who is determined to get rid of his mother’s lover, whatever it takes…
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Plot Summary
Violette, a stylish 40-year-old Parisian, falls for Jean-Rene, a charming and successful but somewhat clumsy man. Their budding romance is put to the test when Violette's manipulative and overbearing son, Lolo, returns from abroad and decides to sabotage their relationship. Lolo employs various schemes and psychological tactics to drive a wedge between his mother and her new lover, creating a comical and often awkward love triangle.
Critical Reception
Lolo received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising Delpy's direction and the performances of the lead actors, particularly Juliette Binoche. However, some found the humor to be hit-or-miss and the plot occasionally predictable. Audiences generally found it to be a lighthearted and amusing romantic comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its charming lead performances, especially Juliette Binoche.
- Some found the humor to be uneven and the plot to be somewhat formulaic.
- A light and enjoyable French romantic comedy with a unique mother-son dynamic.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's humor and the performances, finding it to be an entertaining watch. Some noted that the son's behavior could be frustrating, but overall it was seen as a solid romantic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film reunited director Julie Delpy with actress Karin Viard, who had previously worked together on the 1990 film 'The Rehearsal'.
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