Thread of Lies
Thread of Lies

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Thread of Lies

2014
Movie
117 min
Korean

A seemingly happy family gets rocked by the suicide of the 14-year-old daughter.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users60%
Director: Andrea ArnoldGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film centers on a young woman dealing with the mysterious suicide of her father. As she and her family navigate their grief, secrets begin to unravel, revealing complexities in their relationships and the true nature of the man they thought they knew. The story explores themes of identity, family dysfunction, and the search for truth in the aftermath of tragedy.

Critical Reception

Andrea Arnold's 'Thread of Lies' received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its raw emotional honesty and strong performances, particularly from its lead actress. However, some found its bleak subject matter and deliberate pacing challenging, leading to a mixed audience reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unflinching portrayal of grief and family secrets.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the young lead.

  • Criticized by some for its bleak tone and slow narrative.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a powerful, albeit heavy, exploration of family dynamics and loss. Many appreciated the emotional depth but some found the story difficult to connect with due to its somber nature.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the Australian town of Geraldton, Western Australia, where the story is set.

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