Dept. Q
Lila plays Shirley Atkins in Dept. Q, Netflix’s breakout crime thriller of 2025 . Set against the moody streets of Edinburgh, the series captivated audiences worldwide, topping Netflix charts and earning over 25 million views.
The Crown
Lila appeared in the final season of The Crown for Netflix, playing the Eton journalist opposite Ed McVey and Luther Ford.
Asbestos Hands BAFTA Script Spotlight
Asbestos Hands was selected for a BAFTA Scotland Script Spotlight session at Glasgow Film Festival 2024. The script was performed by a cast of professional actors, followed by a development-focused discussion led by experienced industry professionals.
Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes
Working with award-winning director Kathryn Ferguson, Lila plays Maud Bogart in this drama documentary that uses Bogart's own words, drawn from interviews and text, to tell his life story through the perspective of the five women closest to him.
Just a Walk
Just a Walk - British Short Film Awards Nomination
Lila’s debut short film Just A Walk, which she co-wrote and produced, was awarded the 2023 McLaren x Creative Access Bursary The audio-led short went on to receive a nomination at the British Short Film Awards
Convergence
Lila was selected for the 2023 Convergence Screenwriting Development Programme, supported by BFI and Screen Scotland to champion early-career filmmakers. Delivered in partnership with script consultant and screenwriter David Pope, the programme culminated in a pitch to an industry panel.
Look, No Hands
Recipient of the National Partnership Award 21, Look, No Hands performed at Summerhall as part of the Edinburgh Fringe 2022 receiving ★★★★ THE SCOTSMAN “a rich tale of being on two wheels as metaphor for personal growth and discovery is built”.
Royal Shakespeare Company
Making her RSC debut, Lila played the role of Moth and understudied/ played Helena in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by Erica Whyman.
Shakespeare’s Globe
Lila was selected to take part in development lab–style workshops over six months, exploring approaches to Shakespeare’s text, including King John and The Taming of the Shrew, at Shakespeare’s Globe and the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
Whisky Galore
An all-female cast brought fresh energy to Whisky Galore, with Lila appearing as part of Oldham Coliseum, Hull Truck and New Vic’s UK tour. This bold reimagining celebrated female storytelling at its heart and offered a contemporary take on the much-loved Scottish classic.
BAFTA Connect
Lila is a member of BAFTA Connect member - a dedicated membership option for emerging and mid-career talent working in film, games and TV.
Thérèse Raquin
Transferring from the Finborough Theatre to the Park Theatre, Lila played Suzanne in the world premiere of a new musical adaptation of Thérèse Raquin, written by Craig Adams and Nona Sheppard.
Just a Walk - British Short Film Awards Nomination
Lila’s debut short film Just A Walk, which she co-wrote and produced, was awarded the 2023 McLaren x Creative Access Bursary, enabling the team to submit the project to film festivals across the UK and internationally. The audio-led short went on to receive a nomination at the British Short Film Awards.