Lolita
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Lolita

Humbert Humbert, a British professor coming to the US to teach, rents a room in Charlotte Haze's house, but only after he sees her 14-year-old daughte...r, Dolores (Lolita), to whom he is immediately attracted. Though he hates the mother, he marries her as this is the only way to be close to the girl, who will prove to be too mature for her age. They start a journey together, trying to hide they're not just (step)father and daughter, throughout the country, being followed by someone whom Humbert first suspects to be from the police. The profound jealousy, and maybe some guilt from the forbidden love, seem slowly to drive the man emotionally labile. Show More

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In the movie Lolita (1997), Humbert Humbert, a British professor, moves to the US to teach and rents a room in the house of Charlotte Haze. However, what truly captivates him is Charlotte's 14-year-old daughter, Dolores, also known as Lolita. Humbert becomes immediately infatuated with the young girl.

To be closer to Lolita, Humbert agrees to marry her mother, even though he despises her. This marriage becomes his way of staying near Lolita, who he soon discovers is more mature for her age. Together, they embark on a journey across the country, disguising their true relationship as stepfather and daughter.

Throughout their travels, they notice they are being followed, leading Humbert to suspect that the pursuer may be the police. As their forbidden love grows, Humbert becomes increasingly jealous and emotionally unstable, haunted by the guilt of their relationship.

Lolita is a dark and complex film that delves into the taboo themes of forbidden love, jealousy, and emotional instability. It explores the inner turmoil of Humbert as he struggles to reconcile his desires with societal norms. The movie showcases the profound impact of their illicit relationship on both Humbert and Lolita, while highlighting the consequences that arise from their actions.

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Also Known As:

Lolita

Release Date:

25 Sep 1998

Writers:

Vladimir Nabokov (novel), Stephen Schiff (screenplay)

Awards:

2 wins & 4 nominations.