Thomas LILTI

Thomas Lilti is a French director, screenwriter and doctor. He is known for his work in film, often exploring themes related to medicine and healthcare.

After graduating from medical school, Thomas Lilti turned to cinema. His first feature film, Hippocrate (2014), was critically acclaimed and won several awards. The film, inspired by his own experiences as a doctor, tells the story of a young intern confronted with the realities of the French healthcare system. Lilti followed this up with other films focusing on the medical field, such as Médecin de campagne (2016), which follows the adventures of a GP in a rural setting, and Première année (2018), which explores the intense competition and challenges faced by medical students.

His realistic approach and attention to medical detail have earned Lilti recognition for his ability to shed light on the issues and realities of the French healthcare system.

In addition to his career as a filmmaker, Thomas Lilti remains active as a doctor, which enables him to feed his cinematographic work with a unique perspective and in-depth knowledge of the medical world.