Little Black Lie

This dramatic piece of work was excellent start to finish. If you like the more dramatic stuff that Woody Allen has to offer then this film is definitely for you. It is a very realistic portrayal at how the lies of one person can destroy many lives; how one lie can escalate completely out of control. The last movie I saw that was excellent and deal with a similar subject matter was Ridley Scott's The Duel, and if you liked that film you'd probably enjoy this too. It is very dialogue driven piece and emotionally hard. The actors in this are amazing. Truly amazing! The cinematography, the split screen montages, the dialogue - all of it was top notch. I can't stress enough how well it was written and how realistic it is. Amazing work from first time director Todd Theman!

Don't be fooled into thinking this film is just another run-of-the-mill erotic thriller. Little Black Lie is so much more than typical. It is the kind of cinema not made much anymore because of our overly sensitive culture. The film is daring, complex, uncomfortable and even dangerous. All the characters in Little Black Lie are in equal measure likable and unlikable. This complexity of character keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat because anything could happen. It could be inspiring, tragic, romantic or horrific and we don't know for sure until the gut-punch of an ending. There are so many poetic flourishes in the film that certain sequences, in lesser hands, could have been lurid or sleazy, but in this film are difficult, realistic, unsettling and even, dare I say, meditative. The director has a clear intention of purpose and vision (definitely a voice to watch); the ending will haunt you and keep you talking for hours after the film is over.

"Little Black Lie" is a thought-provoking film that dives deep into the complexities of truth and deception. Masterfully directed by Todd Theman, the movie captivates viewers with its modern interpretation of the love triangle and skillful execution. Written with profound insight, the script confronts how impulsivity and neglect can lead us to catastrophic consequences, leaving audiences contemplating our own perspectives even after the credits roll. What sets the film apart from other films is its unblinking exploration of truths; making us think about the nature of honesty and the lengths we go to protect ourselves and sometimes others. I think the main actors did an outstanding job; Nick Ballard (as Jake), Todd Theman (as Ethan), Stephanie Lynn (as Rachel), Clayton LaDue (as Chad) and Casey O'Keefe (as Suze)--I have to mention how cute Swootie the little dog is too!

Great movie!

I have been to many film festivals but I must say LIttle Black Lie is one of the best feature films that I've seen. I'm particularly impressed with the fact Director, Todd Theman really explores the darkest nature of human beings. We are living in the world that we do a lot of lip services to others, being hypocrite and do something terrible behind people's back. Worst of all, we still pretend or falsely believe that we are good people. I think the film is very courageous taking on this difficult subject matter that people normally want to avoid. The execution is from the beginning to the end is brilliant. Little Black Lie is a true labor of love that everyone must see.

Great story telling! You get sucked in real easily. Wonderful Indie Film.looking forward to seeing what this Director has up his sleeve next time around. The style of file is classic old school with twist and turns. It's amazing how much was accomplished with such a small budget. Props to this production as they truly made a quality film with a solid storyline. Little Black Lie delivers a studio level production. The Film Noir style draws you in and you can't wait to see how it ends. Guaranteed that you will be entertained by this masterful film making that will leave you with your jaw on the floor.