What is "l.i.e."

L.I.E. is a 2001 American drama film about a relationship between Howie, a 15-year-old boy, and a middle-aged ephebophile known as "Big John". The title is an acronym for the Long Island Expressway. The film was directed by Michael Cuesta, who has said that the film is about exploring sexuality. It stars Paul Dano as Howie, and Brian Cox as Big John.