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Little White Lie
An orphan is uncertain whether she wants to remain with her adoptive family or return to the orphanage.
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Plot Summary
A struggling actress, facing eviction, accepts an offer from a shady businessman to pose as the long-lost daughter of a wealthy man. She hopes to inherit his fortune, but her deception quickly unravels as she becomes entangled in a dangerous web of lies and murder. The businessman who orchestrated the scheme begins to suspect she knows too much.
Critical Reception
Released during a prolific period for B-movies, 'Little White Lie' received a mixed reception, often praised for its fast pace and intriguing premise but criticized for its predictable plot and uneven performances. It's considered a minor entry in the film noir genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its efficient storytelling and noir atmosphere.
Criticized for relying on familiar tropes within the genre.
A decent, if uninspired, programmer for its era.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Little White Lie' is largely unavailable due to its age and status as a lesser-known film. It is not widely discussed in current audience review platforms.
Fun Fact
Despite its noir themes, the film was produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio primarily known for its low-budget Westerns and serials, making this a departure from their typical output.
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