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Compulsive Liar
Simon Aubert runs his entire life on lies. An executive at an aviation company, he lies about everything… Simon’s self-serving lies are so abundant that the universe (governed by a handful of Buddhist monks, it seems) decides to right a wrong by teaching him a lesson and making all of the lies reality on the eve of his company’s crucial meeting with a Russian businessman that Simon absolutely needs to impress in order to prevent the closure of the small-town plant where his twin brother Phil works.
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Plot Summary
A brilliant but deeply troubled lawyer finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit when he takes on a case that blurs the lines between his professional and personal life. As he delves deeper, his compulsive lying threatens to destroy not only his career but also his relationships and his very sense of reality.
Critical Reception
Compulsive Liar garnered mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its intense psychological exploration and strong lead performance, while others found its plot convoluted and pacing uneven. Audiences were generally more receptive, drawn to the film's suspenseful nature and moral ambiguity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gripping performance and exploration of psychological depth.
Criticized for an occasionally muddled narrative and predictable twists.
Appreciated by audiences for its suspenseful build-up and moral complexities.
Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's suspenseful plot and the lead actor's compelling portrayal of a flawed character. Some viewers found the ending a bit abrupt, but overall, the film was seen as a thought-provoking thriller.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actor at the Indie Film Awards.
Fun Fact
The director intentionally used a shaky camera style during key interrogation scenes to heighten the sense of unease and disorientation experienced by the protagonist.
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