Two Lies is a 1990 short film directed, produced and written by Pamela Tom and starring Dian Kobayashi, Sala Iwamatsu, and Marie Nakano.
The plot of the film focuses on the life of a Chinese American family who struggles with identity.
On a trip to Cabot's Pueblo Museum off a dusty highway in Southern California, a series of confrontations occur and Mei finally realizes her mother's reasoning.
Between the conflicts of Chinese tradition and American ways, the family tries to adapt to their new life in Southern California.
"Nary a Buddy Cop or Car Chase in UCLA Vision 1990 Festival : Movies: Student filmmakers show a willingness to go against the Hollywood grain".