Lies We Tell (2018) ⟶

While Lies We Tell (2018) received mixed reactions, critics noted its ambition and strong central performances . Critics like those at Time Out highlighted it as a "curiosity worth seeing" for its gritty, authentic portrayal of Bradford's underbelly—a perspective rarely explored on film. Positive Highlights

: Gabriel Byrne is praised for bringing "downtrodden gravitas" to his role as the loyal driver, Donald, while Sibylla Deen’s performance as Amber is noted for being impressive and nuanced. Lies We Tell (2018)

“Aussie actress Deen is impressive as the trainee lawyer who's struggling to do right by her strict Muslim family, while Byrne brings a downtrodden gravitas...” Time Out Worldwide · 8 years ago While Lies We Tell (2018) received mixed reactions,

: Director Mitu Misra is credited for imbuing the film with an "air of authenticity" that stems from his local knowledge of the setting. “Aussie actress Deen is impressive as the trainee

: Despite a "glum" tone, reviewers acknowledged a "not-unpromising premise" involving a driver tasked with clearing out his late employer's mistress. Critical Perspectives

Reviewers from RogerEbert.com were less enthusiastic, describing it as a "poorly organized crime drama" that suffered from awkward pacing and a cluttered narrative.

“For all its rough edges, this has an air of authenticity that only a local filmmaker could bring, and it's certainly a curiosity worth seeing.” Time Out Worldwide · 8 years ago Lies We Tell movie review & film summary - Roger Ebert