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The Secret Scripture

Play trailer 2:15 Poster for The Secret Scripture PG-13 Released Oct 13, 2017 1h 48m Drama Romance Play Trailer Watchlist
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Residing in a psychiatric hospital, a woman receives visits from a young psychologist whose interest in her diary triggers flashbacks of her youth, which is filled with romance, obsession and turmoil.
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The Secret Scripture has acclaimed source material and a well-chosen cast in its corner, but despite its stars' valiant efforts, this adaptation was better left on the page.

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Stephen Romei The Australian This is a honourable film that has hits and misses. Watch it for the performances, particularly Redgrave's. Its most telling line is this: Bravery in the face of the enemy Rated: 3/5 Dec 8, 2017 Full Review Sandra Hall Sydney Morning Herald The Secret Scripture is a highly streamlined adaptation of Sebastian Barry's 2008 Man Booker finalist. Rated: 4/5 Dec 8, 2017 Full Review Josh Slater-Williams Little White Lies Its lack of nuance and persistent plotting issues frequently undermine much of the potential emotional heft. Rated: 2/5 May 19, 2017 Full Review Tom Cassidy Common Sense Media Adapted from an award-winning novel that no doubt gave the time and space for its characters to breathe, the movie fails to give any emotional weight to those on screen. Rated: 2/5 Dec 2, 2021 Full Review Tom Bond One Room With A View In the end the plot falls back on melodramatic clichés of forbidden love. Rated: 3/5 Mar 5, 2019 Full Review Stephen Saito Moveable Fest In even the smallest expressions of this freedom, whether it's a rare grin from Mara or Redgrave playing a few bars of "Moonlight Sonata," "The Secret Scripture" soars. Nov 1, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Kelly R Absolutely loved this movie. Made me cry my eyes out at the end which is something for someone on antidepressants!! Acting was absolutely 💯 and plot was amazing. Have no idea why critics didn't like it. Make your own mind up, please 🙏 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/10/24 Full Review Gdoggie s I loved the movie and the actors. Normally I wouldn't watch this type of movie but it was outstanding Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/01/23 Full Review Elen P The acting saves the plot most of the times Rated 3 out of 5 stars 10/25/23 Full Review Gail M Heartbreaking story beautifully acted. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/27/23 Full Review LAURENT R Absolut must see. Great actors and thrilling scenario. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/10/23 Full Review Audience Member It was a really good movie. I enjoyed it a lot. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Residing in a psychiatric hospital, a woman receives visits from a young psychologist whose interest in her diary triggers flashbacks of her youth, which is filled with romance, obsession and turmoil.
Director
Jim Sheridan
Screenwriter
Jim Sheridan, Johnny Ferguson
Distributor
Vertical Entertainment
Production Co
Irish Film Board
Rating
PG-13 (Some Sexuality|Language|Disturbing Thematic Content)
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 13, 2017, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 13, 2017
Runtime
1h 48m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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