
Lies
2008

Representation Score
Good
2015
NRDirector
Yael Melamede
Runtime
89 minutes
Average Rating
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*(Dis)Honesty: The Truth About Lies* is a psychological examination of deception. It uses a modular structure of behavioral experiments and expert testimony to explore the concept of objective truth. Unlike a traditional character-driven narrative, the film frames dishonesty as a systemic issue embedded within social and institutional structures. The documentary's strength lies in its intellectual framework. By applying a postmodern lens, it challenges the stability of traditional moral pillars and questions how truth is shaped by power structures. This offers a sophisticated critique of contemporary social systems. However, the film lacks diverse demographic representation. Its focus on universal human tendencies and cognitive biases misses opportunities to explore how identity, gender, or specific cultural backgrounds affect the experience of honesty and deception.
Category Breakdown
The documentary does not have specific storylines focused on LGBTQ+ identities. There are no negative stereotypes, but the lack of queer-coded narratives leads to a neutral score.
The film maintains a neutral stance on gender by focusing on cognitive biases and behaviors. It does not address gender hierarchies or critiques of masculinity and femininity.
The film presents a global perspective through the work of Dan Ariely, suggesting a cross-cultural application of psychological principles rather than a strictly Western-centric viewpoint.
The narrative critiques how media and political institutions spread misinformation. It explores a post-truth environment where the line between objective reality and perceived truth is blurred.
Neurodivergence and physical disabilities are not central to this exploration of deception. The film treats the lying brain as a standard cognitive subject without specific inclusive representation.
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Official Synopsis
Documentary exploring the human tendency to be dishonest. Inspired by the work of social scientist, Dan Ariely, the film interweaves personal stories, expert opinions, behavioral experiments, and archival footage to reveal how and why people lie.

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