Riga's Lilac (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 7.5

Riga's Lilac poster

Released in 2019, Riga's Lilac is a comedy and animation film directed by Lizete Upīte, running about 14 minutes.

What it’s about. Everyone has their own emotional overwhelm regarding a bad smell. Lizete, an amateur interviewer, is eager to record the moments when it is revealed. Dealing with the topic of bad odour's influences on society, this is an animated short film for adults in the inquiring style of a documentary. The director continues to work on tragi-comic stories about our natural awkwardness while finding ourselves.

Who’s in it. Riga's Lilac stars Ieva Segliņa as (voice), Gatis Gāga as (voice), Liena Šmukste as (voice) and Edgars Samītis as (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Riga's Lilac has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riga's Lilac page.

If you liked it. Fans of Riga's Lilac tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Riga's Lilac (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riga's Lilac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Riga's Lilac worth watching?
Riga's Lilac holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Riga's Lilac?
Riga's Lilac stars Ieva Segliņa, Gatis Gāga, Liena Šmukste, Edgars Samītis and Jana Čivžele.
When was Riga's Lilac released?
Riga's Lilac was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.