Prepare to uncover hidden truths in The Mother of All Lies, a gripping and surreal thriller documentary by Moroccan filmmaker Asmae El Moudir. This Cannes award-winning film will have its exclusive theatrical release on September 6 at Alamo Drafthouse Liberty in New York City and on September 13 at Laemmle Theaters in Los Angeles.
About The Mother of All Lies
Every family has its secrets, but for Asmae El Moudir, the mysteries run deep. When she agrees to help her parents move out of their lifelong home in Casablanca, she begins to uncover unsettling questions. Why do her parents have only one picture of her as a child, and why is she certain that the girl in the photo isn’t her? As she starts to question the stories her family has told her, El Moudir embarks on a journey to reveal the truth.
To dig into the layers of deception, El Moudir and her father construct a handmade set that recreates their neighborhood. On this surreal soundstage, she invites her family to share their stories, asking probing questions that unravel the narratives they’ve lived by. Through this process, she begins to understand the deep-seated lies and intentional forgetting that have shaped not only her family’s history but also the collective memory of her country.
As the truth emerges, El Moudir confronts her grandmother, the family’s matriarch, who symbolizes the buried past of their home and country. The documentary blends the real and the dreamlike, creating a powerful exploration of memory, deception, and the emotional weight of uncovering the past.
The Mother of All Lies Details
- Director, Writer, and Producer: Asmae El Moudir
- Countries: Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt
- Language: Arabic
- Runtime: 97 minutes
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Documentary
Exclusive Theatrical Release
The Mother of All Lies is a must-see film that delves into the complexities of family, memory, and truth. This exclusive theatrical release will not be available for online rental or purchase until late Fall 2024, making it an unmissable experience for cinema lovers.
Mark your calendars for the NYC premiere on September 6 at Alamo Drafthouse Liberty and the LA opening on September 13 at Laemmle Theaters. Join us in exploring the profound and haunting revelations that lie at the heart of The Mother of All Lies.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Alamo Drafthouse and Laemmle Theaters. Don’t miss this extraordinary cinematic journey into the hidden depths of family and history.