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White Lie
1991·Movie
·1h 33min·
White Lie fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Violence6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Satire & Parody2
World
Society, history, and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
White Lie is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumSociety, history, and crime
Its world is built around society, history, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
He came to town to find the truth. Or die trying.
A black New York man returns to his southern hometown to investigate his father's lynching at the hands of a white mob.
Racial InjusticeLynchingSouthern GothicHistorical MysteryRevengeSocial CommentarySmall Town SecretsPsychological DramaMelancholy Atmosphere
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Is White Lie worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is White Lie rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is White Lie?
1 h 33 min
White Lie runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on White Lie?
Critics100
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate White Lie higher (100) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is White Lie in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.