Empire of Lies

A quiet, uneasy conversation that slowly tightens around buried guilt, keeping you leaning in to catch what is unsaid.

Directed by

Matthew Hope

Genres

Drama, Thriller

Starring

Joseph Millson, Natalie Spence

Tagline

Just because you're paranoid... doesn't mean they're not out to get you.

Overview

When a mysterious young woman comes to interview a paranoid man living in rural isolation, he is forced to confront his part in his daughter's murder.

How it feels

Tense, dark and melancholic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Guilt, isolation, deception, family

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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