Lebanese writer and director Ziad Doueiri's second feature is an honest and raw portrait of teenagers that's rare in cinema and seldom captured so well. This film is based on a controversial novel about young Arab writer who's trapped in the impoverished neighborhood where life has nothing to offer for those who live there. After a beautiful girl named Lila moves in the neighborhood, she becomes the center of attention of all young males. When Lila befriends the shy Chimo, she sets a chain of events in action that has devastating consequences. The film is shocking and provocative in its language that captures the teenage angst well. Vahina Giocante and Moa Khouas star with terrific performances. An excellent film that brings a fresh voice into the French Cinema. 1001 Films' coverage of films on DVD.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Lila Says
Lebanese writer and director Ziad Doueiri's second feature is an honest and raw portrait of teenagers that's rare in cinema and seldom captured so well. This film is based on a controversial novel about young Arab writer who's trapped in the impoverished neighborhood where life has nothing to offer for those who live there. After a beautiful girl named Lila moves in the neighborhood, she becomes the center of attention of all young males. When Lila befriends the shy Chimo, she sets a chain of events in action that has devastating consequences. The film is shocking and provocative in its language that captures the teenage angst well. Vahina Giocante and Moa Khouas star with terrific performances. An excellent film that brings a fresh voice into the French Cinema. 1001 Films' coverage of films on DVD.
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