# The Love Bug (1997)

> A down-on-his-luck owner discovers that his quirky Volkswagen Beetle is magical, competitive, and the perfect opponent for a sinister racing rival and his evil car.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20500

## Facts

- Runtime: 88 min
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy, Family
- Director: Peyton Reed
- Cast: Bruce Campbell, John Hannah, Ali Wentworth, Kevin J. O'Connor, Dana Gould, Harold Gould, Micky Dolenz, Burton Gilliam
- TMDB rating: 5.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119571/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: none
- Mood: whimsical, playful, uplifting, family movie night, nostalgic viewing

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