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Short drama

Two Lies (1990): Cast

Two Lies (1990) movie poster

Two Lies is a 1990 short drama directed by Pamela Tom, starring Sala Iwamatsu. It runs 25 minutes.

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Two Lies (1990) movie poster
Released
Runtime
25 min
Director
Pamela Tom
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Two Lies About?

The premise of Two Lies without spoilers.

Doris Chu, a newly divorced Chinese‑American mother, undergoes eye‑rounding surgery. To her teenage daughter Mei, the altered eyes become a metaphor for two lies. Recovering, the family goes to a desert resort, where truths surface and confrontations ignite. Filmed in black‑and‑white, the drama examines generational conflict and identity in hybrid culture.

Two Lies Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • cosmetic surgery
  • chinese american
  • self hatred
  • generational conflict
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Cast & crew

Two Lies Cast

Sala Iwamatsu stars in Two Lies. Directed by Pamela Tom.

From the director

More from Pamela Tom

One more film directed by Pamela Tom: Tyrus.

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FAQ

Two Lies FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Two Lies, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Two Lies?

Two Lies runs 25 minutes.

When was Two Lies released?

Two Lies was released on March 27, 1990.

Who directed Two Lies?

Two Lies was directed by Pamela Tom.

More films by Pamela Tom

Who is in the cast of Two Lies?

Two Lies stars Sala Iwamatsu.

Does Two Lies have a post-credit scene?

No. Two Lies has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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