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The Secret in Their Eyes

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Hoping to put to rest years of unease concerning a past case, retired criminal investigator Benjamín Espósito (Ricardo Darín) begins writing a novel based on the decades-old unsolved mystery of a newlywed's rape and murder. With the help of a former colleague, Judge Irene Menéndez Hastings (Soledad Villamil), Benjamín attempts to make sense of the past. The journey through his memories sets Benjamín on a thrilling emotional path that leads to a shocking realization.
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Unpredictable and rich with symbolism, this Argentinian murder mystery lives up to its Oscar with an engrossing plot, Juan Jose Campanella's assured direction, and mesmerizing performances from its cast.

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Ed Koch The Atlantic More of Eva and Juan Peron and the impact of fascism on the society would have added to the movie. Nevertheless, it is a good ride, but not a great one. Jan 13, 2018 Full Review Ben Kenigsberg Time Out Rated: 3/5 Nov 16, 2011 Full Review Keith Uhlich Time Out This decade-hopping, tone-shifting mystery-thriller-romance from Argentina is about as deep as a kiddie pool, which isn't to say it's an unpleasant frolic. Rated: 3/5 Nov 16, 2011 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) The film is really good, with excellent performances. [Full review in Spanish] Jul 19, 2022 Full Review Taylor Baker Drink in the Movies While the logistics and cinematography are entirely enamoring it is the interiority of these characters that draws us with such intent... Rated: 96/100 Sep 9, 2021 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com A memorable film from writer/director Juan Jose Campanella. Rated: 3.5/4.0 Sep 22, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Tasos L To tell you the truth, i got bored a little. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/10/24 Full Review Aldis H Slightly distant, but that's one of the things that gives it such mystique. It's a beautiful film. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/03/24 Full Review Silvana C Um filme com ótimas atuações e sem exageros , um enredo que prende a atenção com estórias paralelas a trama central e bem posicionadas. Gostei ! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/01/24 Full Review Norma T The lead roles assigned to Darin and Villamil were perfect. Godino was great as the villian as well. It was a sensitive and memorable piece of art which I highly recommend...especially to those who understand the Spanish language and differences within the Argentinian culture. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/21/24 Full Review Yulian A "This movie is amazing! The director skillfully recreates the social context of Argentina and uses football as a powerful metaphor for expressing passion for justice. Ricardo Darín, Guillermo Francella, and Soledad Villamil deliver fantastic performances!" Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/24/24 Full Review Mark B Acting was very good Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Hoping to put to rest years of unease concerning a past case, retired criminal investigator Benjamín Espósito (Ricardo Darín) begins writing a novel based on the decades-old unsolved mystery of a newlywed's rape and murder. With the help of a former colleague, Judge Irene Menéndez Hastings (Soledad Villamil), Benjamín attempts to make sense of the past. The journey through his memories sets Benjamín on a thrilling emotional path that leads to a shocking realization.
Director
Juan José Campanella
Producer
Mariela Besuievski, Juan José Campanella, Gerardo Herrero
Screenwriter
Juan José Campanella, Eduardo Sacheri
Distributor
Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co
Tornasol Films S.A., Canal+ España
Rating
R (Language|A Rape Scene|Some Graphic Nudity|Violent Images)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Spanish
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 16, 2010, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$6.4M
Runtime
2h 7m
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