Lila Says

Lila Says

R 2005 · 89 min · ★ 6.4 · Crime, Drama, Romance

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.

Directed by Ziad Doueiri · Written by Joelle Touma

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