Lila & Eve

Samuel Goldwyn Films | Release Date: July 17, 2015

8.4	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 140 Ratings

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quincytheodoreJul 18, 2015

Foreseeable thriller, yet there's a hefty amount of personal conviction invested on Lila & Eve. The morality of revenge has been used as theme in many occasions, Kevin Bacon and Jodie Foster have made similar works before. While it doesn'tForeseeable thriller, yet there's a hefty amount of personal conviction invested on Lila & Eve. The morality of revenge has been used as theme in many occasions, Kevin Bacon and Jodie Foster have made similar works before. While it doesn't necessarily innovate crime genre, Lila & Eve works by displaying the intimate issue with strong performance. It's a story about two mothers seeking justice, yet ultimately absorbed by the vengeance in an attempt to cope with the overwhelming sadness.

Viola Davis as Lila is easily the best asset of the movie. She's completely believable as the grieving mother, often seen hurt and confused in highly sympathetic manner. She can draw audience interest and even suspense judgment as she dabbles in less savory acts. Since the movie almost entirely revolves around her trial, it's a boon to have a reliable lead.

Jennifer Lopez has a mixed record in acting. There are a couple of good movies when she delivered, but most of the material she worked were mismatches. The most advantage she has is she can appear to be not glamorous, as in Parker and The Boy Next Door. With Viola Davis, the chemistry is definitely present, she appears to be an integral part of Lila's story than just a quest star.

The movie is not without flaws though. It's hampered with a few crude developments. They can be a bit problematic, although not entirely jumping towards one-man-army action theme or overly bloody violence. Furthermore, the plot twist it tries to pull is predictable and it could've been more refined or subtle in its delivery.

Unfortunately, many elements of the movie are notoriously cliché. The vigilante thriller and the chasing cop aspect feel much too familiar. However, Lila & Eve has enough private sentiment to be emotionally engaging even though the cause might not be just.… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaJul 22, 2015

What can one say about LILA & EVE? Brought to us by Lifetime Films, LILA feels like the kind of film Lifetime never makes anymore but with actors well above par. Viola Davis is truly awesome in every way, delivering a performance that doesWhat can one say about LILA & EVE? Brought to us by Lifetime Films, LILA feels like the kind of film Lifetime never makes anymore but with actors well above par. Viola Davis is truly awesome in every way, delivering a performance that does not depend upon her usual over wrenching weepy. And JLO is pretty perfect, showing what a super actress she can be. The film kind of sucks but I loved it. Full of strange twists and turns. It's not the movie you expect which is what makes it quite wonderful.… Expand

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beingryanjudeJul 25, 2015

A thriller which packs a bang, or two, with two stellar performances by Viola Davis and Jennifer Lopez. Still, the film is rushed far too often - so much that emotion barely has enough time to build. With a better written screenplay and muchA thriller which packs a bang, or two, with two stellar performances by Viola Davis and Jennifer Lopez. Still, the film is rushed far too often - so much that emotion barely has enough time to build. With a better written screenplay and much needed stronger direction, Lila & Eve could have been so much more.… Expand

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adamjneveAug 24, 2015

I started this movie thinking it was going to be a female-driven version of John Wick. Then I saw the Lifetime logo and my hopes dropped considerably. A lot of it was as I imagined, flimsy script, poor direction, giant plot holes, and THE BIGI started this movie thinking it was going to be a female-driven version of John Wick. Then I saw the Lifetime logo and my hopes dropped considerably. A lot of it was as I imagined, flimsy script, poor direction, giant plot holes, and THE BIG REVEAL that would probably shock the hell out of any 8 year olds watching. Anyone who has ever seen a movie before won't be surprised. This movie sucks, but Viola Davis and Jennifer Lopez both deliver impressive performances that make it ALMOST worth watching.… Expand

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JLuis_001Sep 7, 2017

A generic thriller, its plot offers nothing new, after all it is a film about revenge and retribution, perhaps the relevant point is that it is about women in the role of judges and executioners.

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