Lila 2015
In this Polish drama short from 2015, director Dominika Łapka crafts a delicate, emotionally charged story about grief and displaced belonging.
Director: Dominika Łapka
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lila (2015) about?
Lila follows eight-year-old Yoshko as she prepares for her orphaned cousin to move in after a tragic car accident. What begins as curiosity quickly turns to tension as Yoshko struggles with feelings of displacement, while Lila—unable to speak—silently vies for her aunt's affection in a quiet, unsettling battle.
Who directed Lila?
Lila was directed by Dominika Łapka, a filmmaker known for her sensitive handling of intimate, emotional narratives in short films.
Who stars in Lila?
The film features Borys Moskalik-Pieper as Yoshko, Celina Puszczyńska as Lila, with supporting roles by Aleksandra Bożek, Eugeniusz Kajsztura, and Tomasz Turowski.
Is Lila (2015) worth watching?
With its tight runtime and emotionally resonant themes, Lila offers a brief but powerful exploration of childhood trauma and rivalry. Though unrated, its poetic storytelling and strong performances make it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven dramas.
How long is Lila?
The film runs for 24 minutes.
About Lila (2015) — A Short Drama on Grief and Childhood Rivalry
In this Polish drama short from 2015, director Dominika Łapka crafts a delicate, emotionally charged story about grief and displaced belonging. Eight-year-old Yoshko awaits the arrival of her cousin Lila, who is coming to live with the family after losing her parents in a tragic accident. The arrival stirs unexpected tensions as the girls grapple with loss, displacement, and a quiet battle for affection from Yoshko's mother. Lila's silence speaks volumes—her unspoken longing for care becomes a subtle force as Yoshko feels her place in the family slipping away. Set against a backdrop of quiet Polish home life, the film explores how trauma fractures innocence and how love can sometimes feel like a zero-sum game.
With a runtime of just 24 minutes, Łapka's direction is tight and evocative, focusing on the unspoken dynamics between two children caught in a storm of sorrow. The themes of displacement, rivalry, and muted grieving permeate every scene, creating an atmosphere that is both intimate and quietly unsettling. Lila (2015) is a poignant snapshot of childhood resilience and the fragile balance of family bonds in the face of loss.