And Then Came Lola-Trailer

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   Ed on April 28, 2009 at 8:53 pm

   No problem with the content. Looks like bad acting and a bad script. “I’m just a cheerleader” looks like it was waaaaaaaaaaaaaay better.

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   ash. on June 29, 2009 at 4:10 pm

   that’s ed for sending all those positive vibes. i wouldn’t knock it till ya see it.

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   SF Lady on June 29, 2009 at 4:16 pm

   Here’s a review from some one who’s actually seen the film (Ed). Thought it might be helpful:

   And Then Came Lola is an unabashed take-off on Run Lola Run in structure and spirit, with plenty of gratuitous shots of San Francisco and lesbian sex, with some fun animation and a high-energy soundtrack. There is buzz about it being a latter day Go Fish. I think that’s apt. This film has a big heart and lot of sizzle, too- there are some clunky moments but Ashleigh Sumner’s performance really elevates the film. The Q and A afterwards was a bit awkward and it seemed like it was over before anyone really asked any real questions. In retrospect, we should’ve asked whether the geography-bending was deliberate or an unintentional editing room side-effect. I mean, if you live here, you can’t help but think “oh, a minute ago, she was in Dolores Park and now she’s coming out of the Panhandle”. Overall, an entertaining experience and I’d recommend it.

   John:

   I really enjoyed this film. It was fun, fast and frisky. And I think I’[m in love with Lola (Ashleigh Sumner), she’s like a latter day Jodie Foster (only much hotter), with husky voice, sardonic spot-on delivery and an underlying truth in her performance. She gives the film a sense of urgency, reality and pain yet with a light touch. No small feat. The other gals are gorgeous and give nice performances but can’t hold a candle to Ms. Sumner. Can you see I’m smitten? Overall I liked the tryptych Groundhog Day approach to the story. I thought it worked well and was surprised at how much character growth could be conveyed in what are essentially rather broad strokes. I’m assuming from the broad disregard to the geography in the cityh (can you run into Dolores Park and come out the Panhandle?) that this was done intentionally. Otherwise, it’s a big, huh? Fun film and I’d watch it again.

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   Waxky on July 6, 2009 at 10:11 pm

   Hey there, here is another review:

   Featuring a raven-haired beauty named Lola racing through the city streets and against the clock, “And Then Came Lola” is a fun and funky homage to “Run, Lola, Run.” In this fabulous film, set in a beautiful San Francisco populated almost entirely by same-sex couples, the title character (Ashleigh Sumner) has to get photographs from her ex (Jessica Graham of “2 Minutes Later”) to her girlfriend Casey (Jill Bennett). Casey is giving them to her ex, Danielle (Cathy DeBuono), in hopes to land a job. And if first Lola doesn’t succeed, it’s try, try again.

   Like the German film on which it’s based, “And Then Came Lola” is formatted as a triptych, with different scenarios and outcomes all mirroring Lola’s internal struggle to commit to her relationship with Casey — or not. Writers/directors Ellen Seidler and Megan Siler are smart — and sassy — enough to blend in lesbian-relationship angst (as seen in a series of direct-address “therapy” sessions), as well as fantasy scenes and animation, to concoct a delightful romp that also raises questions about how these various women care for and about each other.

   They are aided immensely by the adorable Sumner’s star-making performance. She encounters her every obstacle with a palpable sense of determination and gusto that makes viewers root for her. Sumner is aided by uniformly fine work by the sexy supporting cast. Run, don’t walk, to this one.

   Saturday, July 11, 7:15 p.m., Prince; Sunday, July 12, 4:15 p.m., Ritz East 1

   here’s the link:
   http://www.epgn.com/pages/full_story/push?article-Film+fest+marks+15+years-+new+name+&id=2874023-Film+fest+marks+15+years-+new+name&instance=detour_feature_main