The Trouble with the Truth

This was such a really good film for practically the entire ninety-something minutes.. and then they had to go and spoil it all with a boring, cop-out ending. The two terrific leads deserved sooo much better, as they worked their tails off during most all of the entire production. It's not unusual to see this sort of thing happen in poorer quality films, but when the standards were so high for the entire time in TTWTT, it just leaves you feeling somehow cheated coming away. Would have really looked forward to watching it again, might anyway, but in the back of my mind will not be able to get around the ultimate outcome (or lack thereof).

The Trouble with the Truth is a deeply intimate and dialogue-driven film that plays more like a stage play than a traditional cinematic experience - and that's exactly its strength. Centered almost entirely around a conversation between two former lovers reuniting over dinner, the film explores love, choices, and the complex passage of time.

The writing is sharp and honest, capturing the nuance of adult relationships without resorting to melodrama. John Shea and Lea Thompson deliver wonderfully understated performances, imbuing their characters with warmth, regret, and realism. The chemistry between them makes every line feel authentic and lived-in.

While minimalist in setting and style, the emotional depth more than makes up for the simplicity. It's a quiet film that asks big questions, and it does so with grace and intelligence.

For viewers who enjoy thoughtful, character-driven dramas with a focus on meaningful dialogue, The Trouble with the Truth is a hidden gem.

I agree with the review posted earlier; this is one of the best Indie films of the year.Lea Thompson and John Shea give excellent performances; you get the impression that you are sitting at the next table listening to their conversation. Part of this is due to the dialog and part because the director created a "natural" easy feeling to the film. The performers seem comfortable and I felt they had a genuine affection for each other. This is essential to the success of the film.

An outstanding screenplay, fine performances and a film that says something without being preachy. The Trouble With Truth is a carefully composed, intelligent and enjoyable film.

I am sorry but I have no idea what the high ranking reviewers see in this. Maybe it's just not relevant or relatable for me. I found the movie to be a pompous attempt to be smart and edgy - but was just a major bore of 2 people sitting at a table pontificating about nothing. I think my heart stopped half way through because my brain was no longer sending messages to the rest of my organs reminding them to function. ( The only thing that makes it at all engaging is Lea Thompson is a great actress).

This was my final movie on Danielle Harris' movies binge. She's literally only in the opening scene. I assume this movie is based on a stage play from how it's filmed similar to the movie Fences starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. There are literally three characters or four if you include the female bartender. This movie stars my favorite version of Lex Luthor himself, John Shea as Robert, Lea Thompson as his ex wife Emily, and Danielle Harris as their daughter Jenny who has become recently engaged. Their daughter's engagement causes the former couple to meet up and have a dinner where they spend the night analyzing their lives and their relationship.

I respect movies like this especially when the dialogue and writing is pretty good. Emily is a successful writer married to a rich husband she's bored with. Robert is the struggling artist living in a tiny apartment and having one night stands with women young enough to be his daughter including the female bartender. The movie analyzing their marriage, what led to their breakup, their daughter's life, aging, success, and even Robert being conflict avoidant to even discourage his daughter from marrying a man who he believes is her fail safe. This movies makes the viewer take a reflection of where they are in their lives and are they truly happy. Is it wise to continue pursuing a dream if you're still struggling to make ends meet? Is success based on luck or chance? Their conversation even causes Robert to question his place in life as a single middle-aged man or was it wise for him to give up on their marriage. One of the final moments of the film was the realistic choice Robert had to make. It's one thing to live in the moment. It's another thing to deal with the consequences after living in the moment.

I figure it was going to be a movie based on stage play based on watching the trailer. I'm not for sure. I'm only assuming based on how the movie was filmed. But I appreciate these films because it reminds us to take a breather and reflect on where we are in our lives. If you like movies like Fences (2016), Before We Go (2014), Closer (2004), or Before Sunrise (1995) and its sequel Before Sunset (2004), you'll enjoy this film because it's based on the strength of the writing and its delivery from the actors. However, if you don't like stage play type films with only a limited number of sets, no action scenes and the actors simply talking to one another and expressing their feelings and emotions through words, then you should skip it. I really enjoyed this film. Would recommend and watch again.