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Yesterday Was a Lie

2009·Movie
1h 29min·PG
IMDb5.1Rotten Tomatoes83%83%

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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Scare4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6
  • Wonder6

Humor

Some absurdist humor and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5

World

The mind and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Ambiguity8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Hoyle, a girl with a sharp mind and a weakness for bourbon, finds herself on the trail of a reclusive genius. Along the way, her reality becomes disconnected and surreal. Her loyal partner and an ethereal lounge singer help her along the way, but ultimately she must turn within and confront her own shadow.
Surreal MysteryPsychological ThrillerNoir-InspiredExistential ThemesIndependent FilmUnreliable NarratorDreamlike AtmosphereCharacter-Driven

Crew

Directed by:
James Kerwin
Written by:
James Kerwin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Yesterday Was a Lie legally?

HooplaPlexFawesomeMidnight PulpIndiePix UnlimitedTubi TV

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Yesterday Was a Lie worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 5.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Yesterday Was a Lie rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Yesterday Was a Lie?

1 h 29 min

Yesterday Was a Lie runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Yesterday Was a Lie?

Critics83
Audiences67

Not quite. Critics rate Yesterday Was a Lie higher (83) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Yesterday Was a Lie in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Yesterday Was a Lie?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Yesterday Was a Lie in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Yesterday Was a Lie use?

Badass Long CoatNavel-Deep NecklineHigh-Class GlovesNo Name GivenLingerie SceneShow Some LegMeaningful Name

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Yesterday Was a Lie, including Badass Long Coat, Navel-Deep Neckline, High-Class Gloves.