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The Good Lie is a 2014 American drama film written by Margaret Nagle and directed by Philippe Falardeau. The film stars Reese Witherspoon in the lead role, Arnold Oceng, Ger Duany, Emmanuel Jal, and Corey Stoll . The Good Lie was screened in the Special Presentations section of the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival [6] before being ...
- $3.2 million
- Philippe Falardeau
- Martin Leon
Nov 7, 2014 · A movie based on a true story of four Sudanese children who survive the civil war and resettle in America. Starring Reese Witherspoon and directed by Philippe Falardeau, it explores their challenges and friendships in a new culture.
- Philippe Falardeau
- 101
- 3 min
Oct 3, 2014 · Based on a true story, The Good Lie follows a group of orphans who survive a civil war and a journey to a refugee camp in Kenya, and later move to the U.S. with the help of a social worker. The film explores their challenges and triumphs in adapting to a new culture and society.
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- Philippe Falardeau
- PG-13
- Reese Witherspoon
Oct 3, 2014 · A feel-good movie about Sudanese orphans who survived a civil war and found a new home in America. The reviewer praises the authenticity and charm of the cast, who were actual refugees themselves, and the director's skillful handling of the harrowing scenes of their journey and challenges. He also praises the film's honesty and humor.
Synopsis. During the Second Sudanese Civil War, siblings Mamere (Arnold Oceng), Paul (Emmanuel Jal), Jeremiah (Ger Duany), Theo (Femi Oguns), Daniel and Abital (Kuoth Wiel) escape after their families and village are massacred. Theo is the eldest and is declared chief. After numerous days of walking in the wilderness & scavenging for food, they ...
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The Good Lie. A group of Sudanese refugees are taken in by a brash American woman (Oscar® winner Reese Witherspoon) assigned to help them as they adjust to modern life in the United States. 2,812 IMDb 7.4 1 h 49 min 2014. X-Ray PG-13.