Factory of Lies
Factory of Lies

Movie spotlight

Factory of Lies

2018
Movie
58 min
English

Russia has launched an information war - introducing a new weapon. Hundreds of young Russian are producing fake news from fake profiles. And the fake stories are spread in US and Europe to sow division and distrust. But some brave Russian journalists are fighting back. Meet the brave journalists in a new documentary about the "Factory of Lies".

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Tarik B.Genres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future society obsessed with curated digital identities, a disillusioned data analyst uncovers a conspiracy linking a powerful tech corporation to the mass manipulation of public perception. As he delves deeper, he finds his own reality unraveling, forcing him to question who he can trust and whether truth is even attainable.

Critical Reception

Factory of Lies received a mixed to positive reception. Critics lauded its ambitious premise and visual style, with many praising its timely commentary on social media and misinformation. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally convoluted, leading to a polarized audience response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thought-provoking exploration of digital deception.

  • Criticized for an occasionally muddled plot.

  • Applauded for its strong lead performance and stylish direction.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's relevant themes about the impact of technology and social media on our lives. Many found the plot engaging and the performances compelling, though some viewers expressed that the film could have been more clear in its storytelling.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive visual aesthetic of the 'digital reality' scenes was achieved through a combination of augmented reality overlays and custom-built software that generated dynamic, glitch-like effects in real-time during filming.

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