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L.I.E. (2001)
Front Cover Actor
Paul Dano Howie Blitzer
Bruce Altman Marty Blitzer
Billy Kay Gary
James Costa Kevin Cole
Tony Michael Donnelly Brian
Michelle Carano Newscaster
Brian Cox John Harrigan
B. Constance Barry Anne Harrigan
Paul Franklin Dano
Walter Masterton
Tatiana Burgos
Movie Details
Genre Action; Drama
Director Michael Cuesta
Producer Rene Bastian; Linda Moran
Writer Gerald Cuesta; Stephen M. Ryder
Language English
Audience Rating 18
Running Time 100 mins
Country USA
Color Color
Plot
One of the most astonishing American independent films in years, L.I.E. tells the story of fiftenn-year-old Howie (Paul Franklin Dano), a young New Jersey native whose life falls apart around him, but who also ends up finding himself during the process. After Howie's mother dies, his father, a corrupt building contractor, can barely keep tabs on his new girlfriend, let alone his son's emotional need. To cope with the pressures that he is under, Howie begins to spend more time with his delinquent friends. However, their pastimes include ditching school and robbing local houses to finace their habits. In the aftermath of one of these burglaries Paul and his friends meet ex-marine Big John (Brian Cox), and it is then that Howie discovers the secret that binds his friend to this mysterious older man. When his best friend suddenly skips town, and his father is busted by the FBI, Howie is completely alone. Can Big John become the paternal figure that Howie needs, or will his predatory instincts prevail?
Personal Details
Seen It Yes
Index 41
Collection Status In Collection
Links SendIt
Product Details
Format DivX
Region Region 1
UPC (Barcode) Long Island Expressway (USA) (alternative spelling)
Release Date 2003
Standard Features Deleted Scenes
Nr of Disks/Tapes 1
Extra Features
Audio commentary from director Michael Cuesta and actor Brian Cox. Star and director filmographies. Al Catterall film notes. Deleted scene. Original theatrical trailer. Scene selection. Region 0.