Lola Montes (The Restored Edition)

Ophuls’ final film and his only work in colour tells the story of the famous, eponymous 19th century courtesan and adventuress. Framed by scenes in a New Orleans circu... more >

Ophuls’ final film and his only work in colour tells the story of the famous, eponymous 19th century courtesan and adventuress. Framed by scenes in a New Orleans circus where cruel ringmaster Ustinov invites questions from a vulgar audience about the lady’s colourful life, the film is structured as a series of beautifully composed flashbacks detailing the various romantic involvements of the heroine. The stunning stylistic effects achieved by the effortless fluidity of Ophuls constantly tracking camera create an overwhelming visual spectacle where the lines between Lola’s romantic memories and her tawdry reality are constantly blurred. < less

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DVD Extras

• Documentary on the Making of the Lola Montes
• Commentary by Susan White, author of 'The Cinema of Max Ophuls'.

Film Details

Cast

Peter Ustinov, Oskar Werner, Martine Carol

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