Instructor: “Did you notice anything about his statement?”



Trainee: “It’s the same as in the beginning.”



Instructor: “Exactly the same. Word for word. People who tell the truth can re-formulate things, and they do. A liar has prepared sentences, which he falls back on when under pressure. [Prisoner number] 227 is lying. An innocent prisoner will become more angry by the hour due to the injustice suffered. He will shout and rage. A guilty prisoner becomes more calm and quiet. Or he cries. He knows he’s there for a reason.“



-The Lives of Others



(Source: vanityfair.com)