Howie Blitzer copes with the tragic loss of his mother in a car accident on the Long Island Expressway. His strained relationship with his father Marty worsens when Marty brings a new girlfriend into the home shortly after Howie’s mother’s death. Howie finds comfort in his friendship with Gary, but struggles with his own sexuality.
One night, Howie and his friends break into the home of “Big John” Harrigan, a regular client of Gary’s. They steal valuable Russian pistols, leading to a confrontation where Howie is implicated in the burglary. To settle the debt, John hints at an inappropriate exchange with Howie, who escapes the situation feeling conflicted.
After Gary leaves town, Howie forms a complex friendship with John, who takes on a fatherly role in Howie’s life. Their dynamic involves discussions about sex, with Howie realizing he holds a form of power over John. Despite the discovery of troubling content at John’s home, Howie finds solace in their relationship.
Howie’s father’s legal troubles lead to a moment of reconciliation between them, but Howie remains skeptical of his father’s promises. Feeling abandoned, Howie turns to John for comfort, leading to a pivotal emotional moment for both characters. However, tragedy strikes when Scott, John’s former lover, seeks revenge for feeling discarded.
In the aftermath of the events, Howie stands resolute against the challenges he faces, symbolized by the expressway. Experience the emotional journey of Howie and John in the full movie of L.I.E., a compelling story of loss, friendship, and self-discovery. Watch L.I.E. now for a riveting exploration of heartache and resilience.