Film Project Genre Research - LOL

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The first two minutes of LOL includes introduction of the main character, Lola. It immediately includes opening credits of all the characters and director. A master shot included all of Lola's friends that have a significant role in the story line. An establishing shot made it clear that the characters were high school students who were very close friends. Many cut-aways were used, showing the different characters to add related material. Lola beings to have a voice over which sets the mood and shows her perspective. This also sets the story line of a teenage girl having troubles. The costume and make up really emphasized the "high school" look, using ripped jeans, mascara, etc. The movie's budget was $11 million and made a total of $10.4 million. LOL was not nominated for any awards.

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