Review of Lolita (1962) by Martin T — 20 Oct 2009
It never hits on any particular tone or style, and Kubrick seems to be just going through the motions. He never cared much for sticking with the source material, but here something is lost in the translation.
It's essentially reduced to a rom-com, where the disturbing context is almost an afterthought. Shelley Winters is both hilarious and tragic as the most inept seductress in the world, and Sellers is golden.
There's a few beautifully lit scenes as well. But overall I can take it or leave it.
This review of Lolita (1962) was written by Martin T on 20 Oct 2009.
Lolita has generally received very positive reviews.
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