Review of White Lie

On a bleak, sunless city canvas the wirey figure of Katy, confident, collected, con-woman has what we all desire - youth, beauty, admiration, a lover - most based on complex deception. Her faux cancer infects her soul as she collects willing amoral confidants to satiate her needs, and lies to those that offer trust and support. Seemingly on the brink of admission, she slips backward again upon receiving the fuel of another deceived soul. I was fascinated and captivated with Kacey Rohl's powerful portrait of a more-common-than-I-am-comfortable-with archetype in 21st century modern society: the self-centered pathological liar. Reminds me of a certain abhorrent political executive. Smart, sparse script; always powerful, poignant cameo by Martin Donovan, wonderful lightly tense musical score, all keeps us totally engaged as Katy dodges disaster on her dangerous journey. The kind of film I love, though a dark portrait. I will keep this one and view periodically, and watch for more from Lewis and Thomas.