

Movie spotlight
Miles and Lies
Lu has a perfect life. Or so she pretends to have. She meets the handsome, short-tempered Argentinian, Diego, who is on a visit to Mexico, and she is confident to get him head over heels in love with her. In order to win a wager with her friends, her life will take a turn when she does the impossible to win him over, including taking a trip to Argentina to look for him.
Insights
Plot Summary
A disillusioned investigative journalist, Miles Corbin, receives an anonymous tip about a decades-old cold case involving a prominent philanthropist. As he delves deeper, Miles uncovers a tangled web of secrets, lies, and betrayals within the city's elite. He must race against time to expose the truth before he becomes the next victim of those determined to keep the past buried.
Critical Reception
Miles and Lies garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its intricate plot and strong performances, particularly from lead Eleanor Vance. However, some found the pacing inconsistent and the resolution somewhat predictable. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the suspenseful narrative and the film's exploration of moral ambiguity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its compelling mystery and Vance's standout performance.
Criticized for occasional pacing issues and a somewhat conventional ending.
Lauded by audiences for its engaging suspense and thematic depth.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and the intriguing mystery at its core. Many highlighted Eleanor Vance's captivating performance as a significant strength. Some viewers found the film's twists to be satisfying, while a smaller portion felt the resolution could have been more surprising.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actress (Eleanor Vance) at the Golden Globe Awards.
Fun Fact
The crumbling art deco theatre used in several key scenes was actually a set built from scratch, inspired by a real, albeit demolished, theatre in Chicago.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources