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Hoping to put to rest years of unease concerning a past case, retired criminal investigator Benjamín begins writing a novel based on the unsolved mystery of a newlywed’s rape and murder. With the help of a former colleague, judge Irene, he attempts to make sense of the past.
A retired legal counselor, still haunted by an unresolved rape and murder case from 25 years prior, decides to write a novel about it. As he revisits the past and interviews everyone involved, including his former boss and the victim's husband, he uncovers buried secrets and shocking truths about the crime and the people connected to it. The investigation blurs the lines between fiction and reality, forcing him to confront his own unexpressed feelings and the lingering effects of the past.
The Secret in Their Eyes received widespread critical acclaim for its masterful storytelling, taut suspense, and powerful performances. Critics lauded its intricate plot, which seamlessly blends a gripping crime investigation with a poignant exploration of memory, justice, and love across decades. The film was praised for its sophisticated direction and emotional depth, resonating with both audiences and reviewers as a standout thriller with profound humanistic themes.
Praised for its complex and compelling narrative structure that unfolds across multiple timelines.
Hailed for outstanding performances, particularly from Ricardo Darín and Guillermo Francella.
Commended for its skillful blend of suspenseful crime elements with profound emotional and romantic themes.
Google audience: Viewers found the film to be a gripping and emotionally resonant thriller, with many highlighting its intricate plot and satisfying conclusion. Audiences particularly appreciated the superb acting and the way the story skillfully balanced suspense with deep human emotion.
Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film (2010), Goya Award for Best Spanish Language Foreign Film (2010), and numerous other international awards.
The film's iconic 4-minute-long continuous tracking shot of a packed soccer stadium was achieved through a combination of clever editing and a Steadicam, with director Juan José Campanella meticulously planning every detail to ensure its seamless execution.
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For many years since his retirement "Espósito" (Ricardo Darín) has been haunted by a brutal case of rape and murder that he was unable to solve. He decides that maybe the best way to formulate his thoughts and re-order the investigation is ...
Story, director, actors--I bow my head. Have not watched many Spanish movies lately, but along with Iñárritu's 'Amores Perros,' and Babenco's 'Pixote,' I’ve really been missing out.
Please, I emplore you. This is the original ‘The secret in their eyes’ without the Hollywood gloss and Pseudo ‘Top Actors/Actresses’ The Agentinian original film that won best foreign film at the Oscars. Deservedly so. Don’t sell yo...