12 Most Effective Musical Moments In Film

The first time you watch this Tom Tykwer film, it takes you on a wild ride. The philosophical opening, the kinetic energy, the animation and the visuals represent a narrative revolution.

The opening credits are unique, using both food for thought and animation to take us into the story, the colorful proceedings pumping and evolving to a techno soundtrack. Where are we going indeed? In the first twenty seconds, we are already whirled off for the trippiest trip and we do not even know Lola (Franka Potente) yet.

The existentialist introduction lets us in on a film offering an incisive commentary on relationships through twists, surprises and the perspective of a feisty heroine. With her untamed red hair and punk attitude, Lola is now an iconic character.

It has been 20 years since Run Lola Run was released and the experience is timeless.