Lies 2000

Overview

Lies is a 2000 South Korean drama and romance film that explores the complexities of a controversial relationship. The narrative centers on an eighteen-year-old high school student and a thirty-eight-year-old sculptor who engage in a sadomasochistic sexual affair. The film depicts the student, referred to as Y, as she lies to her parents to travel from Seoul to meet the sculptor, known as J, in the conservative city of An-dong. Their connection is described as a sexual odyssey rooted in both sadomasochism and love. The motion picture has a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes and received an NC-17 rating in the United States. It was adapted from a South Korean novel written by Jang Jung Il, which was banned shortly after its 1996 publication. The film itself also faced a ban in Korea. The production is distinct from other titles released in the same year, such as the thriller What Lies Beneath, and is recognized for its exploration of themes that challenged contemporary social standards.