Pants on Fire
Pants on Fire

Pants on Fire

2008Movie91 minEnglish

A struggling actor's tall tales of fame and fortune are suddenly challenged when his hometown buddies make a surprise trip to Hollywood.

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IMDb5.1/10
Google Users55%
Director: Joe ReedyGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

When a teenager's tall tales get out of hand, he finds himself in a whirlwind of humorous consequences. To get back on track with his crush and his friends, he must learn the hard way that honesty is the best policy. The story follows his increasingly absurd attempts to maintain his elaborate fabrications.

Critical Reception

Pants on Fire received a mixed reception, with many critics pointing to its predictable plot and reliance on slapstick humor. However, some found it to be a lighthearted and entertaining watch for younger audiences, praising its positive message about honesty.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on a familiar 'boy who cried wolf' narrative.
  • Humor is often juvenile and relies on physical comedy.
  • Carries a positive, albeit simple, message about truthfulness.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while the film is seen as a harmless and occasionally amusing comedy for younger viewers, many found the plot to be unoriginal and the humor to be somewhat repetitive.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Prince of Lies' before being changed to 'Pants on Fire'.

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