Lou (2018): Cast & Ending
Lou is a 2018 short drama directed by Clara Balzary, starring Sasha Frolova as Lou, Joaquin Phoenix and Odessa Young. It runs 12 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 12 min
- Director
- Clara Balzary
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Nowness
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Lou About?
The premise of Lou without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A rebellious teenage girl living in a quiet California town feels overlooked by her single father. After being sent out of the house one evening, she ventures beyond the familiar and finds herself confronting new experiences and exploring her sense of self. The journey leads her to a deeper understanding of her identity and her place in the world.
Lou Cast & Characters
Sasha Frolova leads the cast as Lou, with Joaquin Phoenix as Karl and Odessa Young. Directed by Clara Balzary; 4 actors are credited in all.
- Director Clara Balzary
- Sasha Frolova as Lou
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Joaquin Phoenix as Karl -
Odessa Young - Isabelle Albuquerque as Izzy
Lou Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Lou from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The lost-and-found box in a kindergarten playground becomes the home of Lou, Sasha Frolova, a whimsical creature forged from a mix of unclaimed items. Its name hints at a playful puzzle—the three letters missing from the sign on the box—and Lou spends each recess quietly organizing the toys and belongings left behind, tucking them back into the box and nudging their owners to rediscover them when they return.
Full summary
The whole story of Lou, scene by scene, with the ending explained
How Well Do You Know Lou?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
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- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
What is the significance of the name 'Lou' in the film?
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Lou FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Lou, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Lou?
Lou runs 12 minutes.
When was Lou released?
Lou was released on September 8, 2018.
Who directed Lou?
Lou was directed by Clara Balzary.
Who is in the cast of Lou?
Lou stars Sasha Frolova as Lou, Joaquin Phoenix as Karl and Odessa Young, among 4 credited actors.
Does Lou have a post-credit scene?
No. Lou has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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