Yesterday Was a Lie (2008)

User Rating:

5.9/10   

Director:

James Kerwin

Writer:

James Kerwin (writer)

Genre:

Drama | Music | Mystery | Romance | Sci-Fi

Tagline:

The most powerful force in the universe lies within the depths of the human heart.

Plot:

Hoyle a girl with a sharp mind and a weakness for bourbon -- finds herself on the trail of a reclusive genius...

Plot Keywords:

Time Manipulation | Jazz | Gunshot Wound | Blonde Bombshell | Busty Heroine

Awards:

10 wins

Cast

Kipleigh Brown	...	Hoyle
Chase Masterson	...	Singer
John Newton	...	Dudas
Mik Scriba	...	Trench Coat Man
Nathan Mobley	...	Lab Assistant
Warren Davis	...	Psychiatrist
Megan Henning	...	Student
Jennifer Slimko	...	Nurse
Robert Siegel	...	Radio Interviewer (voice)
Peter Mayhew	...	Dead Man
Brian Carpenter	...	TV Shrink
Frank Payne	...	Coroner
John Ronald Dennis	...	Clerk
H.M. Wynant	...	Art Patron
Johanna McKay	...	Art Patron

Runtime:

USA:89 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

Helicon Arts Cooperative

Movie Connections:

References The Big Sleep (1946)

Soundtrack:

Yesterday Was a Lie

Do not miss it if it comes to a Festival/Con near you!

This is not a movie to miss if you hear of it coming to a convention or festival near you. See it for free before you have to pay for it! There are many types of film fanatics that should love this movie. It can be compared to so many different types of films and film makers. All Sci-Fi fans should like the film because of the alternate realities/parallel universe themes. You will also notice the film takes on a very non-linear plot. For some, this is confusing. However, it only adds to the delight of watching this film. This non-linear film making reminds me of films by Quentin Tarantino. This film could certainly be one that can viewed multiple times and enjoyed over and over.

This film was originally shot in color and then desaturated in post production. The black and white or "noir" aspect of the film adds its own personality. Color would not have worked for this film because it has a 1940-1950's "Bogart" theme to it. You see Hoyle play the part of the investigator playing the part of the crime detective so well. She plays it as a female; which no doubt, offers a refreshing way to see a detective role played.

The convention I attended was the first Con for me. When I saw the Films listed I read more about this film and it looked very interesting. It met and beat all my expectations. I had the chance to meet Chase Masterson playing the Singer and Director James Kerwin. There was a great panel on the film and many questions were answered. Take a look at the cast and you will notice some familiar faces in the Sci-Fi family.

If I could only see this film in the area again or buy a DVD I would! See it for free while you can!

Have an open mind and see it at a convention or festival now!