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Still from The Unbelievable Truth — The Unbelievable Truth (1989) — Hal HartleyPhotographed by Michael Spiller

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Hal Hartley

The Unbelievable Truth

English / 1989 / 1h 30m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Comedy Romance

Letterboxd: 3.81/5·14.8K ratings·3.6K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

After serving time for murder, Josh Hutton returns to his home town where he meets Audry Hugo. No one can remember exactly what Josh did...

Included in
Hal Hartley: A Retrospective
Position 1
Included in
September 2023
Position 101

Credits

Crew

DirectorHal Hartley

WriterHal Hartley

CinematographerMichael Spiller

Composer

Cast

Adrienne Shellyas Audry

Robert John Burkeas Josh

Christopher Cookeas Vic Hugo

Julia McNealas Pearl

Katherine Mayfieldas Liz Hugo

Gary Saueras Emmet

Mark Chandler Baileyas Mike

David Healyas Todd Whitbread

Matt Malloyas Otis

Edie Falcoas Jane

Jeff Howardas Irate Driver

Kelly Reichardtas His Wife

Ross Turneras Their Son

Paul Schulzeas Bill

Mike Bradyas Bob

Bill Sageas Gus

Tom Thonas News Vendor

Mary Sue Flynnas Girl At Counter

The Unbelievable Truth (1989) | Criteria