a multi - layered thermoplastic polyolefin film having an improved combination of physical characteristics is disclosed . in particular , the multi - layered film evidences an improved combination of abuse resistance , elongation , and flexibility . preferred five layer embodiments of the film comprise a core layer of very low density polyethylene ; two adjacent intermediate layers of a linear low density polyethylene and two outer layers of an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer or very low density polyethylene .