Reviews

I went to see this movie unwillingly. My friends told me it was awesome, but I didn't have a good feeling about it--I thought it would be too artsy. I came out of the movie theater shocked and exhilarated. This has to be one of the most amazing, exciting, interesting movies ever made. Even though the concept isn't very original, the movie is done very well. It's non-stop action. As Lola runs, you get to know her, and you start to care for her and her semi-retarded loser boyfriend. The music rocks. And I like the little touch of showing the lives of the characters Lola encounters as she runs through quick, witty montage.

This movie was groundbreaking in the former Soviet Union because it was the first movie released there that contained a real sex scene. However, the movie can be considered great for many reasons, not the least of which is its true, gritty portrayal of disillusionment and pain in the family of a working class Soviet family. I would definitely recommend it.

This movie probably had more influence on the kids in the entire former Soviet Union than any other. Since there weren't all that many movies made for kids available, and most of those weren't all that good, this gem shined all the more. I love this movie, and I wish I could get it somewhere. The plot is not original, but then again, it was made in 1979. The actors sparkle, and the movie is really interesting. I highly recommend it.