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Lola

Lola (1964)

Feb 17, 1964 1h 44m Drama

Aris, Nikos Kourkoulos, is released from prison after three years, and he turns up at Troumpa, a slum area in Piraeus. His purpose is not to settle his own accounts but to find out if Lola (Tzeni Karezi), a young woman who works at Stelios’ cabaret, was among the ones who betrayed him. Aris loves and cares about Lola and wants to get her out of there, but Stelios, who is also in love with her, assigns a thug to kill Aris.

Directed by Dinos Dimopoulos

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Director
  • Dinos Dimopoulos
Writer
  • Ilias Lyberopoulos

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Lola examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Dinos Dimopoulos brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1964, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Lola took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 104 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 288 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The film contains approximately 1013 individual shots.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.

Historical Context

  • In 1964, when this film was released:
  • Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
  • The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: February 17, 1964
  • Runtime: 1h 44m

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