Too Good to Be True

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Set against a backdrop of desperation, this dark comedy explores the complexities of family dynamics and survival. Maria, along with her pregnant teenage daughter Lisa and her energetic son Jude, navigates the aftermath of a violent crime as they flee from the law. With the police closing in, Maria strives to provide her children with a meaningful farewell meal, equipping them with the necessary tools to face an uncertain future without her. The narrative delves into the lies we tell to cope with dire circumstances and the bonds that hold families together.