Eve is killed in a drive-by shooting.
In the film “Lila & Eve,” Lila (played by Viola Davis) is a grief-stricken mother whose son, Stephon, is murdered in a drive-by shooting. She attends a support group where she meets Eve (played by Jennifer Lopez), who has also lost a daughter to violence. As the story unfolds, Lila becomes increasingly frustrated with the police’s lack of progress in finding her son’s killer. Eve convinces Lila to take matters into their own hands, and they embark on a journey of revenge against those responsible for Stephon’s death.
As they delve deeper into the criminal underworld, Lila discovers that Eve is not who she seems. In a shocking twist, it is revealed that Eve is actually a figment of Lila’s imagination, a manifestation of her anger and desire for vengeance. The character of Eve was created by Lila’s psyche to cope with the unbearable pain of her son’s death. Throughout the film, Eve encourages Lila to take violent action, which leads to a series of confrontations and killings.
The revelation of Eve’s non-existence is a pivotal moment in the film, as it forces Lila to confront the reality of her actions and the depths of her grief. The film ends with Lila coming to terms with her loss and the consequences of her quest for revenge, suggesting a path towards healing and redemption.