[18 ] Lie With Me Apr 2026

The film's central themes include , memory , and reconciliation . It serves as a stark indictment of a society that forces individuals to suppress their true selves, leading to a lifetime of unfulfilled potential and, in Thomas's case, eventual tragedy. Critical & Audience Reception

Successful novelist Stéphane Belcourt (Guillaume de Tonquédec) returns to his hometown for the first time in 35 years to serve as a brand ambassador for a cognac distillery. While there, he meets Lucas (Victor Belmondo), the son of his first love, Thomas. [18 ] Lie with Me

The 2022 French film ( Arrête avec tes mensonges ) is a poignant, non-linear drama that explores the enduring power of first love and the destructive legacy of the closet. Directed by Olivier Peyon and based on Philippe Besson’s autobiographical novel, the film is widely praised for its emotional depth, nuanced performances, and atmospheric setting in the cognac-producing region of France. Plot & Themes The story interweaves two timelines: The film's central themes include , memory ,