phrase
General Slang
la movie
lah MOO-vee · phrase · slang
Someone faking a glamorous life (PR)
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Describes a person who creates a fantasy or 'movie' of their life, faking a lifestyle. 'Montarse la movie' = to make up a story.
“Se montó la movie de que es millonario.”
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la movie In A Sentence
Se montó la movie de que es millonario.
Origin & Usage
Puerto Rican Spanish; Anglicism from English 'movie'.
Variants
montarse la movie
People Also Ask
What does 'la movie' mean in Puerto Rican slang?
It refers to a fake, made-up version of someone's life — acting out a fantasy or story that isn't real.
What does 'montarse la movie' mean?
It means to make up a story or invent a whole scenario, often to look better than you are, like claiming to be rich when you're not.
Is 'la movie' a compliment or an insult?
It's usually critical, calling out someone for faking a lifestyle or exaggerating. It's not a compliment.
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