But it’s quite the contrary, really: “Momo” seems to be more timely and important than ever. One would be forgiven to think that the story is a little outdated almost five decades later. This fantasy tale by Michael Ende - who also wrote the more popular “Neverending Story” - was first published in 1973 and won the German Youth Literature Award one year later. “Momo” was just as magical as I remembered it: filled with imagination, bravery and friendship. Once it arrived, I began to read it immediately - and I’m so glad I decided to buy it! Talking about the story with my colleague, however, made me want to read the book again, so I ordered a new copy of “Momo”. I also remember having read the book at some point in my life, but must have lost or misplaced it many years ago. At a recent online team meeting, one of my colleagues suddenly mentioned the book “Momo.” I remember having seen the film as a child, slightly scared and at the same time completely fascinated by actress Radost Bokel who was starring as Momo. Sometimes, we discover and re-discover books by mere chance. In order to save them and return the time that has been stolen from them, Momo joins forces with Master Hora, the mysterious steward of time, against the vast and sinister army of the Men in Grey.
Without her friends, Momo’s life has become lonely. And even though they are constantly trying to save time, by the end of the day, they hardly have a second to spare. They rarely come to visit her at the amphitheatre anymore. The Men in Grey convince the people to work harder to save more time - which they ultimately steal from them.Įven Momo’s friends gradually succumb to the promises of the Men in Grey. Since Momo has all the time in the world, she doesn’t fall for the promises and demands of the Men in Grey who soon enter the picture and slowly take over the power in the city and its people. Momo doesn’t have any “worldly” possessions, but there is one thing she she has in abundance - time. The children love her because of her make-believe powers, and the adults quickly depend on her because wise Momo has a rare gift: incredible listening skills. Momo is soon adopted and cherished by the locals. Momo, an orphan, is one-of-a-kind and enigmatic: when one of the local residents asks her how old she is, she simply replies: “I’ve always been around.” One day, in an unnamed city (that strongly resembles Rome), a young girl named Momo appears out of nowhere and sets up camp in an abandoned amphitheatre. A young orphaned girl sets out to rescue her friends and fight against the evil agenda of the time-stealing Men in Grey.
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