Who doesn't like a little self-deprecating humor now and then? I did say "a little" right? The Invention of Lying was written by the film's star, Ricky Gervais, and there is a wide expanse of little pot shots at his weight, height, and other various features strewn all throughout the film. The interesting part is that these remarks are born out of the notion that nobody can tell a lie. My question is: sure people can't lie, but are they allowed to use a modicum of candor when speaking to or about people?