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Big Fat Liar
2002 88 min United States of America PG 12+
★5.4
Family, Comedy, Adventure
Director: Shawn Levy
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Description
After one of his class papers is stolen and turned into a movie, a young student and his best friend exact a hilarious, slapstick revenge on the Hollywood hot shot who has taken credit!
Budget:
$15M
US Gross:
$48.36M
Worldwide:
$52.97M
Starring
Frankie Muniz
Actor
Amanda Bynes
Actor
Paul Giamatti
Actor
Awards
1 win & 3 nominations total
Key opinion
Big Fat Liar is widely regarded as a sincere and entertaining family comedy that captures the vibrant energy of 2000s Nickelodeon-style youth programming. While some critics point out illogical plot inconsistencies and narrative leaps, audiences generally praise its uplifting message and the charismatic performances of its young leads.
| Acting | Frankie Muniz delivers a sympathetic and iconic performance that grounds the film's exaggerated premise. | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds as a wholesome, moral-driven family adventure that resonates well with its intended younger audience. | |
| Acting | Paul Giamatti provides a standout, high-energy performance as the villainous producer that anchors the film's humor. | |
| Screenplay | The plot relies on significant logical leaps, such as minors traveling abroad unchaperoned, which strains credibility for more analytical viewers. | |
| Originality | Viewers are divided on the film's overall quality: many find it a nostalgic, fun-filled romp, while others view it as a disposable, formulaic child's comedy. |