Empty Lies

A shy, unassuming woman with a highly successful career as a romance novelist adopts a series of elaborate personas to deal with the realities of dating. She finds herself in a complicated love triangle when she meets a charming, down-to-earth man who is captivated by her fabricated online personality.

Empty Lies received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise to be derivative and its execution lacking. While some praised the performances, particularly Drew Barrymore's, the film was often criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired humor. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

• Critics found the film's concept of a romance novelist using fake personas to be an interesting but ultimately underdeveloped idea.

• The performances were a mixed bag, with some actors praised for their efforts while others were seen as sleepwalking through the roles.

• The humor was often described as forced and the romantic elements as cliché and unconvincing.

Google audience: Google users were divided on Empty Lies. Many appreciated the lighthearted romantic comedy aspect and Drew Barrymore's performance, finding it a decent, albeit forgettable, movie for a casual watch. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was too predictable and lacked originality, leading to disappointment.

The film was originally titled 'He's Just Not That Into You' before the rights were acquired by another production company for a different film with the same title.