The Liar

The film constructs its world around the verbal acrobatics of its protagonist, relying on a series of episodic street encounters to explore the line between charming deceit and sheer survival. It is a showcase for Matti Pellonpää's performance, which turns every line into a captivating, quasi-intellectual performance.

What lingers after the final scene is the image of a man using wit as both a weapon and a shield against a grey world. The comedy is tinged with a palpable, quiet melancholy. — MovieFinder Editorial