Run Lola Run--did anyone NOT like this movie?
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I missed it in the theatrical run and am considering just buying it sight unseen on DVD, as all I have heard are rave reviews and it seems to be the type of film I would enjoy.
Anyone want to convince me otherwise?
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Anyone want to convince me otherwise?
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I saw the movie and liked it, but I can see that many wouldn't. For one thing, it's very German - it throws in odd little animation bits here and there, and it's fueled by a German techno-ish soundtrack (iirc.) It's quite different from a mainstream American film, so you may want to rent first.
My best description: Think Groundhog Day meets Pulp Fiction meets Oktoberfest.
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My best description: Think Groundhog Day meets Pulp Fiction meets Oktoberfest.
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It'll be hard to find someone who didn't like it. Because of the very limited release, those who saw it in the theaters probably knew something about it or heard the rave reviews and made an effort to see it. I love sfsdfd's description: "Think Groundhog Day meets Pulp Fiction meets Oktoberfest," and the more I think about it, the more he's right. As always...
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Have not seen the movie, but due to all the exemplary reviews I am preordering it.
I also ordered IRON GIANT because of the reviews.
I haven't been steered wrong yet!
If you use a coupon to preorder you won't really lose out.
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I also ordered IRON GIANT because of the reviews.
I haven't been steered wrong yet!
If you use a coupon to preorder you won't really lose out.
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DVD: It's in my blood ; just not in my wallet! http://www.dvdtracker.com/~smokedragon.asp
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As I have said before:
However, my tastes tend to run contrary to the rest of the collective, so you are probably safe in buying it.
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quote:<HR>On Run Lola, Run:
Yes, I have seen the film. I found it to be another in a long line of ultra-hip movies that have come down the pike since Quentin Tarantino decided to resurrect Godardian metafictional storytelling. Of the films that have followed this line since Pulp Fiction, it is one of the better ones (certainly better than a film like Trainspotting) but I never could get completely into it. It's techniques seemed to just be techniques, with no purpose beyond wowing the audience. By the end, the Lola character did win me over, so I would give the film a marginal thumbs up.<HR>
However, my tastes tend to run contrary to the rest of the collective, so you are probably safe in buying it.
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Well, since Blip didn't think too much of it, I'm pretty sure I'll like it. Just kidding...heh.
Thanks for the responses. I liked both Groundhog's Day and Pulp Fiction, so judging from your comments, I'll probably like it. Now the only question is whether to buy now or wait and see if someone gives it me for Xmas... (difficult decision bcz prices generally go up after it's released)
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Thanks for the responses. I liked both Groundhog's Day and Pulp Fiction, so judging from your comments, I'll probably like it. Now the only question is whether to buy now or wait and see if someone gives it me for Xmas... (difficult decision bcz prices generally go up after it's released)
--Apparition