Invention of Lying | Movie review
5 out of 5 stars
A world in which everyone is completely honest 100 percent of the time is hard to imagine for even the most avid dreamer. “The Invention of Lying” provides a humorous look at a world filled with extremely blunt and forward people, including characters portrayed by big names, such as Jennifer Garner, Jonah Hill, Tina Fey and Jason Bateman. Mark Bellison (Ricky Gervais) is an average man; dubbed a fat, snub-nosed loser by most, living in a world where all odds seem to be against him. When it seems as if his life will never get better, Mark tells the very first lie. All the power lies within his mind from then on, but he still can’t seem to win over the girl he loves. Through a series of outrageous situations, Mark starts to realize that his invention may not actually be the best thing. “The Invention of Lying” is packed with dry, witty humor that will keep anyone laughing throughout the film. It even includes a warped love story for those who prefer the more romantic side of things. If you enjoyed Gervais in “Ghost Town” or if you liked the humor in “Over Her Dead Body,” you’ll enjoy this peculiar comedy.
• Abby Schwarz, Staff Writer
