The Official Guidebook To Lying
The Official Guidebook To Lying

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The Official Guidebook To Lying

2023
Movie
11 min
English

A lifetime of abusing his natural talent for making up stories has led an arrogant serial liar to quit his deceiving ways forever. As a final hurrah, this scrappy university student shares an epic 11-minute masterclass on how to execute the perfect lie.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users89%
Director: Alexei VolkovGenres: Documentary, Satire

Plot Summary

This satirical documentary humorously dissects the art and science of deception, exploring historical and contemporary examples of lying across various facets of life. Through mock-interviews with 'experts' and fabricated case studies, it examines the motivations behind dishonesty and its societal implications.

Critical Reception

The film garnered positive reviews for its sharp wit and clever satire, with critics praising its unique approach to a universal human behavior. While some found the humor occasionally dry, the overall consensus was that it was a thought-provoking and entertaining watch.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its biting satire and intelligent commentary on deception.

  • A witty and insightful look at the pervasiveness of lying in modern society.

  • Some viewers found the mockumentary style a bit slow at times, but the humor generally landed.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's clever humor and unique perspective on lying, finding it both funny and surprisingly thought-provoking. Many highlighted the film's ability to make them reflect on their own honesty.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The 'experts' featured in the film are actually actors and writers, meticulously crafted to resemble academics for comedic effect.

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