Review of Lolita (1962) by Maitland Mcdonagh for TV Guide Magazine — 26 Oct 1981
Lyne's direction is sometimes overblown -- debauched playwright Clare Quilty's (Frank Langella) appearance amid the pale fire of exploding bug-zappers really is a bit much -- and the unfortunate fact is that the novel is one long tease, an intricate, seductive game in which words are as important as deeds.
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This review of Lolita (1962) was written by Maitland Mcdonagh and published by TV Guide Magazine on 26 Oct 1981.
Lolita has generally received very positive reviews.
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