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Lila Says
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Lila Says

2005 · 89 min Crime Drama Romance
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

Chimo develops a crush on the pretty, blond Lila, a girl who recently moved into his Arab ghetto with her aunt. When the leader of a rival gang also falls for Lila, the ensuing love triangle initiates a journey of sexual discovery -- and sets off a chain of devastating events.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film strips away romanticized notions of teenage love, thrusting the viewer into the gritty, tense reality of Parisian banlieues. Director Ziad Doueiri balances lyricism with social drama, avoiding easy judgments.

What lingers after the credits is a bitter truth about how environment dictates the rules of the heart. The film leaves a residue of irresolvable conflict between desire and duty, dream and harsh reality. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ziad Doueiri

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For thoughtful viewing alone or with a close companion, to fully absorb the film's tense and emotional atmosphere.

🎭 Cast

Vahina Giocante

Vahina Giocante

Lila

Moa Khouas

Moa Khouas

Chimo

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Karim Ben Haddou

Mouloud

Edmonde Franchi

Edmonde Franchi

Lila's Aunt

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Lotfi Chakri

Bakary

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Hamid Dkhissi

Big Jo

Carmen Lebbos

Carmen Lebbos

Chimo's Mother

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Ghandi Assad

Sammy

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Dominique Bluzet

Priest

Stéphanie Fatout

Stéphanie Fatout

Claire Soulier

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