Frank & Lola
Director: Matthew Ross
Actors: Michael Shannon, Imogen Poots, Carlos Moreno Jr.
PlotFrank is a talented chef in Las Vegas who leads a solitary life until he meets the enigmatic and troubled Lola. The two quickly become romantically involved, and Frank finds himself deeply infatuated with Lola, whose traumatic past begins to surface, complicating their relationship. Lola reveals that she was the victim of sexual abuse by an older man named Alan, causing a whirlwind of emotions and turmoil between them. Frank's deepening obsession with Lola's past and need to protect her starts driving him into a dark and vengeful mindset.
As Frank delves deeper into uncovering the truth about Lola's history, he travels to Paris to confront Alan, searching for closure and justice. Unveilings of deception and manipulation blur the lines between victim and perpetrator, leaving Frank entangled in a web of intrigue and moral ambiguity. As secrets unfold and relationships strain, Frank is faced with increasingly difficult choices that force him to question his desires, trust, and the very nature of his feelings for Lola. The film navigates through complex emotional landscapes, continually heightening the tension as Frank struggles with the implications of his discoveries.
Writers: Matthew Ross
Release Date: 09 Dec 2016
Runtime: 88 min
Rating: Unrated
Country: United States
Language: English, French, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
"Frank & Lola" features strong performances and intriguing psychosexual themes, complemented by first-rate video and audio quality, though it suffers from generic and thin storytelling.
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