The Imposter

Directed by Bart Layton, "The Imposter" is a gripping 2012 documentary that delves into the astonishing true story of Frédéric Bourdin, a French con artist who convinces a grieving Texas family that he is their long-lost son, Nicholas Barclay, who vanished at age 13. Through a blend of interviews, archival footage, and dramatic reenactments, the film unravels the layers of deception and explores the psychological complexities of identity and trust. Bourdin's audacious impersonation challenges the boundaries between reality and illusion, leaving viewers questioning the nature of truth itself.