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Forever, Lulu

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When Elaine (Hanna Schygulla), an adventurous young woman from Germany, arrives in New York City, she sets out to be a famous writer. After a brief stint at a mundane job, Elaine falls on hard times and also becomes intrigued by a mysterious stranger named Lulu (Deborah Harry). Before long, Elaine gets roped into situations involving theft, murder and the mob. Can the beleaguered expatriate with big dreams turn her life around and steer clear of crime and chaos?

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Richard Freedman Newark Star-Ledger Jan 5, 2026
Scenes in Central Park, a sadomasochistic club and a posh restaurant are not accurate, let alone atmospheric. At just under 90 minutes, "Forever, Lulu" doesn't quite live up to its title. It only seems that way. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Jun 21, 2009
C
It's tailor-made for those who like watching train wrecks. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Steve D @RT35616104 Mar 2, 2023 I found it completely unconvincing. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Amos Kollek

Director

Hanna Schygulla

Elaine

Debbie Harry

Lulu

Alec Baldwin

Buck

Annie Golden

Diana

Paul Gleason

Robert
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Synopsis When Elaine (Hanna Schygulla), an adventurous young woman from Germany, arrives in New York City, she sets out to be a famous writer. After a brief stint at a mundane job, Elaine falls on hard times and also becomes intrigued by a mysterious stranger named Lulu (Deborah Harry). Before long, Elaine gets roped into situations involving theft, murder and the mob. Can the beleaguered expatriate with big dreams turn her life around and steer clear of crime and chaos?
Director
Amos Kollek
Producer
Amos Kollek
Screenwriter
Amos Kollek
Production Co
TriStar Pictures, Lulu Productions, Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR)
Rating
R
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 8, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$22.5K
Runtime
1h 26m
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