Lolo
Lolo

Movie spotlight

Lolo

2019
Movie
12 min
Polish

"Lolo" is a steampunk parable story about where the role exchange can lead. The title character is a cleaner who gets the chance to see how the world looks from a completely different perspective.

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IMDb5.6/10
Google Users61%
Director: Fabien ConstantGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A single mother's life is turned upside down when her son develops a deep and possessive attachment to her new boyfriend. As the boy's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and controlling, she finds herself caught between her love for her child and her burgeoning relationship. The film explores the complexities of family dynamics, jealousy, and the challenges of navigating new romantic involvements.

Critical Reception

Lolo received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the performances and the film's intriguing premise. However, some critics found the plot to be uneven and the resolution unsatisfying, leading to a divided reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling exploration of a mother-son relationship complicated by romance.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were generally well-received.

  • Some reviewers noted a predictable narrative and a lack of depth in character development.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed response, with many appreciating the film's emotional core and the relatable struggle of its protagonist. However, a segment of viewers found the pacing to be slow at times and the story's conclusion to be somewhat anticlimactic.

Fun Fact

The film was selected to be screened in the Contemporary World Cinema section at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival.

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