Lilies

The film "Lilies" (1996) is set in a Quebec prison in 1952, where Bishop Jean Bilodeau (Marcel Sabourin) is forced to watch a play depicting his and Simon Doucet's (Aubert Pallascio) youths. The play, performed by the inmates, reveals the tragic truth of Simon's crime, including his relationship with Vallier (Danny Gilmore). As the story unfolds, Bilodeau confronts Simon about his feelings for him, leading to a series of events that ultimately lead to Vallier's murder and Bilodeau's realization of his own unrequited love. The play-within-the-film is presented in various styles, including realistic settings and heightened dialogue, with the actors playing female roles as male prisoners.