Two Faced
Two Faced

Two Faced

2017Movie60 minEnglish

Jessica has it all: smarts, beauty, and an engagement to handsome, wealthy businessman Matthew. She's also a gold digging, hustling sociopath and pathological liar who will stop at nothing to keep her luxurious lifestyle. Matthew's mother (Mama) comes to visit unannounced and has an instant dislike for Jessica and objects to their engagement. Mama catches Jessica cheating on Matthew which leads to Mama having a stroke. Mama recovers from the stroke with a good prognosis. Killing the tough Italian Mama is no easy task and, after a couple of failed attempts, Jessica is in a race against time to silence Mama forever.

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Director: R.J. MillhouseGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the shocking true story of a con man who masterfully deceived a town, living a double life and manipulating everyone around him. It uncovers the intricate web of lies, the psychological manipulation involved, and the devastating impact on the community once the truth was revealed.

Critical Reception

While 'Two Faced' explores a compelling true crime narrative, its critical reception was lukewarm. Reviewers often cited its gripping subject matter but pointed to shortcomings in its directorial execution and pacing. Audiences, however, found the story fascinating, though some noted a lack of in-depth exploration of the victims' perspectives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a truly unbelievable true story that captivates.
  • Lacks polish in its documentary filmmaking, detracting from the narrative.
  • The subject matter is compelling, but the execution leaves something to be desired.

Google audience: Google users found the documentary's true story to be incredibly shocking and engaging, with many expressing disbelief at the con man's audacity and ability to deceive an entire community. Some viewers felt the film could have delved deeper into the psychological aspects of the deception and the long-term effects on those involved.

Fun Fact

Due to the sensitive nature of the true story and the desire to protect the identities of those involved, the documentary deliberately kept the main subject's name and specific town locations vague, focusing more on the modus operandi and the broader implications of such deception.

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