A Smile Doesn't Lie

A man named Wisi arrives in Bordeaux searching for employment. To secure a place to stay, he convinces Marina, a compassionate humanitarian worker, that he is an undocumented immigrant. While living there, Wisi meets Jérôme, who has become homeless following the death of his mother. Despite their differences, Wisi allows Jérôme to stay with him at Marina's home for a night. However, Jérôme discovers Wisi's deception and decides to stay permanently. The three characters must navigate their living arrangement as Marina requires them to find work and strive for independence.

This French comedy and drama was co-directed by Christine Paillard and Chad Chenouga, who also co-wrote the screenplay. For Chad Chenouga, it followed his 2023 film Le Principal, while for Christine Paillard, it preceded her 2026 project Billie Melody. The movie features a cast including Jean-Pascal Zadi, Emmanuelle Devos, Raphaël Quenard, and Judith Magre. Produced by TS Productions, the film earned 9 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is consistent across platforms, with a rating of 5.7/10 on IMDb based on 307 votes and a matching 5.7/10 on TMDB from 59 votes.