Liar, Liar
A family torn apart by the accusation of sexual abuse.
1993 · 90 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama, TV Movie
The true story of an eleven year old girl who has a reputation for telling tall tales. So when she accuses her father of molesting her, will anybody believe her story?
Directed by Jorge Montesi · Written by Nancy Isaak
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Art Hindle Gilbert Jonathan 'Gil' Farrow -
Rosemary Dunsmore Mary Farrow -
Susan Hogan Helen Browne -
Michelle St. John Janice Wilson - J Janne Mortil Christina 'Chrissy' Farrow Berezuk
- V Vanessa King Kelly Farrow
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Kate Nelligan Susan Miori -
Roman Podhora Keith Berezuk -
Wendy Van Riesen Mrs. Hildebrandt -
Philip Akin Dr. Kerr -
Kevin McNulty Reimer -
Joel Palmer Patrick Farrow
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