My Diary of Lies (2023)

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Genre: Mystery, Thriller

Starring: Brooke Burns, Brittany Thornton, Trevor St. John, Matthew Pohlkamp

Director: David DeCoteau

Synopsis:

High school senior Emily (Brittany Thornton) is a seemingly ordinary girl with a secret: she keeps a diary detailing her deepest thoughts and darkest desires. When the diary goes missing, Emily's life spirals out of control as someone begins using it to blackmail her and her friends.

Fearing the secrets in her diary will be exposed, Emily embarks on a desperate search for the culprit. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a web of lies, betrayal, and hidden motives among her classmates and teachers.

Themes:

• Secrets and lies
• High school drama
• Blackmail and manipulation
• The dangers of social media
• The power of truth

Critical reception:

"My Diary of Lies" received mixed reviews. Some praised the film's suspenseful plot and Thornton's performance. Others criticized the film's predictable plot and Lifetime-esque production value.

Is it worth watching?

If you enjoy teen dramas with a touch of mystery and suspense, "My Diary of Lies" might be worth watching. The film's fast-paced plot and shocking twists will keep you guessing until the very end. However, if you prefer your movies to be more original and well-acted, you may find this one to be lacking.

Here are some additional details about the film:

• The film is a part of the "My Diary" series of Lifetime movies.
• The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, California.
• The film's music was composed by Christopher Cano.

Additional notes:

• The film is available to watch on Lifetime and various VOD services.
• The film's themes of secrets and lies are relevant to many people's lives.
• "My Diary of Lies" is a cautionary tale about the dangers of sharing personal information online.