White Lie

Krystyna, a former actress, is struggling with a terminal illness and the loss of her daughter. Driven by a desperate need for connection and a desire to complete her unfinished opera, she orchestrates an elaborate deception. She convinces a young, ambitious student, who has Down syndrome, that she is his biological mother, drawing him into her complex world of manipulation and illusion.

White Lie was met with critical acclaim for its powerful performances, particularly from Krystyna Janda, and its unflinching exploration of complex themes like grief, identity, and manipulation. While some found the narrative bleak, many praised its raw emotional honesty and thought-provoking portrayal of human desperation.

• Praised for Krystyna Janda's tour-de-force performance.

• Hailed for its courageous and unflinching dramatic narrative.

• Noted for its sensitive portrayal of complex human relationships and vulnerabilities.

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Nominated for Best Actress at the Polish Film Awards for Krystyna Janda.

The film marks a significant dramatic role for Krystyna Janda, a highly respected and prolific Polish actress.