Secret in Their Eyes
Secret in Their Eyes

Secret in Their Eyes

2015Movie111 minEnglish

A tight-knit team of FBI investigators, along with their District Attorney supervisor, is suddenly torn apart when they discover that one of their own teenage daughters has been brutally murdered.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users61%
Director: Billy RayGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A retired FBI agent returns to Los Angeles to investigate a cold case with a new partner. As they delve deeper, they uncover a hidden conspiracy and a past that still haunts them. The investigation forces them to confront buried truths and the devastating impact of unresolved crimes. The film follows their relentless pursuit of justice, even as the personal cost escalates.

Critical Reception

Secret in Their Eyes received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While the performances of the lead actors, particularly Julia Roberts and Chiwetel Ejiofor, were often praised, the film was frequently criticized for its convoluted plot, pacing issues, and a less impactful conclusion compared to its Argentinian predecessor. Audiences also had a divided response, with some appreciating the suspense, while others found it predictable or disappointing.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is hampered by a predictable plot and uneven pacing.
  • Performances from the main cast are generally strong, but can't fully elevate the material.
  • The remake struggles to match the emotional impact and tension of the original film.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an okay thriller, with many appreciating the acting talent involved. However, a significant portion of viewers felt that the plot was somewhat predictable and lacked the suspense they had hoped for, with some also noting that it didn't live up to the original.

Fun Fact

The 2015 film is a remake of the 2009 Argentinian film 'El secreto de sus ojos,' which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

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Reno

**How long one's eyes can keep secret!** My confession is I haven't seen the original film. I had several opportunities, but for various reasons I stayed unwatched till now. Firstly, I won't consider it a remake since both the films were...