White Lie

A young woman, who fakes a diagnosis of a terminal illness to gain sympathy and financial support, finds her web of deceit unraveling when a documentary filmmaker decides to chronicle her final days. As the filmmaker delves deeper, the protagonist must confront the consequences of her elaborate lies and the people she has manipulated. The film explores the psychological toll of deception and the desperate measures one might take to control their narrative.

White Lie received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for Kelli Garner's performance and the film's exploration of complex themes. Critics noted its tension and the compelling, albeit uncomfortable, portrayal of its protagonist. Some found the pacing occasionally deliberate, but the overall consensus was that it was a thought-provoking and well-executed indie thriller.

• A captivating and unsettling character study anchored by a powerful lead performance.

• Praised for its intelligent script that probes the nature of deception and manipulation.

• The film successfully builds tension as the protagonist's lies begin to collapse.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's disturbing yet compelling narrative and Kelli Garner's standout performance. Many viewers found the story gripping and thought-provoking, appreciating its nuanced look at a morally ambiguous character, though some expressed discomfort with the subject matter.

Nominated for Best Actress (Kelli Garner) at the Independent Spirit Awards. Kelli Garner also won Best Actress at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Kelli Garner spent months researching the experiences of individuals who have feigned illness to understand the psychological underpinnings of her character's actions.