The Time of Secrets
The Time of Secrets

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The Time of Secrets

2007
Movie
98 min
French

The story takes us from the dear Garrigue to the secondary school where Marcel is first ill at ease because he is a scholarship holder and because he went to the grade school (the other bourgeois pupils had probably a private tutor). A fight against a rich kid ,that augurs badly for what is to follow. (to be followed in "Le Temps des Amours" )

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Didier BourdonGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A reclusive and eccentric ornithologist, obsessed with his work, has dedicated his life to studying birds. However, his solitary existence is disrupted when he inherits a chateau and discovers it's haunted by the ghost of a former opera singer. To appease the spirit and find peace, he must help her fulfill her final wish before she can move on.

Critical Reception

The Time of Secrets received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its charming premise and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the plot to be predictable and lacking in genuine comedic impact, leading to a generally lukewarm response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its whimsical concept and the chemistry between its comedic leads.

  • Criticized for a somewhat thin plot that doesn't fully exploit its potential.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted tone and charming performances.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, making it difficult to provide a definitive summary of Google user opinions.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel 'The Secret of the Chateau' by French author Jean-Michel Guenassia.

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