Tell No One
Tell No One

Movie spotlight

Tell No One

2012
Movie
78 min
Italian

Mattia is about to move to Madrid by his boyfriend Eduard. When the day before leaving for Spain, Eduard announces his arrival in Rome to know the "laws", Mattia must choose whether to finally come clean with his companion, or confess to being a formidable liar.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic75/100
Google Users88%
Director: Guillaume CanetGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

Dr. Alex Beck is haunted by the murder of his wife, Margot, eight years prior. He receives an anonymous email containing a recent video clip of Margot, suggesting she is still alive. This ignites a desperate race against time as Alex tries to uncover the truth behind her disappearance and the conspiracy surrounding it, all while evading both the police and dangerous individuals who want the past to remain buried.

Critical Reception

Guillaume Canet's 'Tell No One' was a critical and commercial success, earning widespread praise for its intricate plot, taut direction, and strong performances. Critics lauded its sophisticated storytelling and suspenseful atmosphere, making it a standout thriller both in France and internationally.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its complex and gripping narrative.

  • Applauded for its suspenseful pacing and direction.

  • Recognized for strong performances, particularly from François Cluzet.

Google audience: Audiences were highly impressed by the film's intricate plot and suspenseful nature. Many users found the story to be captivating and well-executed, with a satisfying resolution that kept them engaged throughout.

Awards & Accolades

César Awards: Won Best Actor (François Cluzet), Best Director (Guillaume Canet), Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, Best Film. Nominated for Best Film, Best Actor, Best Director.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the best-selling 2001 novel of the same name by American author Harlan Coben, but the setting was changed from New Jersey to Paris for the film adaptation.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Though it's hardly an original bone in it's body, I did quite enjoy this. That's probably a testament to the engaging effort from Josafat Vagni as the twenty-something "Mattia". He's gay and just about everyone knows - except his family. He...