The Mother of All Lies

The Mother of All Lies

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 36 m

Language: arabic

DocumentaryBiographyDramaHistory

Driven by a single enigmatic photograph from her childhood, Moroccan filmmaker Asmae El Moudir embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the truth behind her past. Through meticulous reconstruction of her Casablanca neighborhood, she peels back layers of family secrets and confronts her mother with unsettling questions about identity and belonging.

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1

Operation in Kenya

In 2008, the Special Anti-Terrorism Squad (SATS) led by M. S. Gandhi intercepts the terrorist Omar to retrieve stolen uranium. During this operation, they encounter their former chief, Rajiv Menon, on the same train, providing a unique opportunity to apprehend him.

2008 Kenya
2

Destruction of the Train

After successfully retrieving the uranium from Menon, the SATS team decides to destroy the train, believing that everyone aboard, including Menon, perished in the explosion. The team feels a sense of grim satisfaction at having eliminated a significant threat.

2008 Kenya
3

Living Undercover

Back in Delhi, the members of the SATS squad live covertly as employees of the India Tourism Development Corporation, hiding their true identities from their families. M. S. Gandhi lives with his pregnant wife Anuradha and their young son Jeevan, trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy amidst the tension of his secret life.

Delhi
4

Mission in Bangkok

Gandhi is assigned a new mission in Bangkok and takes his family along to quell Anu's suspicions regarding his work. However, their trip is cut short when they come under attack, leading to critical consequences that change their lives forever.

Bangkok
5

Tragedy Strikes

During the attack on Gandhi's family, Anu goes into labor, and their son Jeevan mysteriously disappears. The police later find a charred body, believed to be Jeevan's, devastating both parents and deeply altering their lives, leading to Anu's emotional withdrawal from Gandhi.

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A New Life Without Each Other

By 2024, Gandhi is no longer with SATS and works as an immigration officer in Chennai, leading a separate life from Anu, who is caring for their newborn daughter Jeevitha. Their relationship remains strained due to the unresolved tragedy surrounding Jeevan's disappearance.

2024 Chennai
7

Return to Duty

Gandhi's former boss, Nazeer, persuades him to return to the SATS for a training mission in Moscow. Despite reluctance, Gandhi accepts the assignment, only to find himself in a dangerous situation when the embassy is attacked.

Moscow
8

Unveiling the Truth

During the chaos of the embassy attack, Gandhi encounters a young man who resembles his son, prompting him to realize that this is, in fact, Jeevan. This revelation fuels his determination to uncover the truth regarding Jeevan's disappearance and the events that transpired.

Moscow
9

Reunion and Revelations

After confirming Jeevan's identity, the two reunite, but Jeevan reveals he has lost almost all memories of his childhood. Despite the reunion, tensions rise as Jeevan has been manipulated by Rajiv Menon, leading to shocking revelations about his past.

Chennai
10

Kidnappings and Betrayals

Menon orchestrates a series of events that lead to the kidnapping of Sunil's daughter, Srinidhi. In a shocking twist, it is revealed that Kalyan has been working with Menon all along, which sets off a chain of tragic events culminating in Srinidhi's murder.

Abandoned Theme Park
11

Final Confrontations

Gandhi learns of Menon's plans and attempts to save his family while unraveling the truth about the people involved. Menon's manipulations and the revelation of Jeevan's allegiance to him force Gandhi into a difficult position as he tries to reunite his family.

Chennai
12

Climactic Showdown

Gandhi fakes his own abduction to mislead Menon, ultimately leading to a confrontation at the stadium where a bomb is set to go off. In a desperate bid for survival, Gandhi, along with his daughter Jeevitha, confronts both Menon and Jeevan in a gripping climax.

M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
13

A Twist of Fate

After an intense battle, Gandhi discovers the horrifying truth that the Jeevan he fought was actually a clone. The real Jeevan has been transformed into a mad scientist plotting further nefarious acts, showcasing the far-reaching consequences of past decisions.

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Last Updated: November 25, 2024 at 19:24

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