Review of Lola Montès (1955) by Art S — 09 Oct 2011
The circus scenes here are incredible -- who imagines a circus experience based on the life of a "fallen woman"? Are there kids at this circus? Max Ophuls adds a painter's eye for color to his talent with the moving camera and pictorial angle.
Martine Carol is like a black hole sucking up any vibrancy that surrounds her into a world weary stillness (despite being prodded across the tightrope). In flashback, we see how she got this way (and are dazzled by set design).
This review of Lola Montès (1955) was written by Art S on 09 Oct 2011.
Lola Montès has generally received positive reviews.
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