The Secret of My Love
The Secret of My Love

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The Secret of My Love

2017
TV Show
Returning Series
1 Season
Korean

A man desperately wants to be "real," so he puts on a "real" mask. A woman wants to be loved so much that she throws out her younger sister and replaces her. The drama shows the struggles of these two, man and woman, who look for ways to find true happiness in their lives.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jody HillGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a desperate attempt to reignite his stalled career, a washed-up actor enlists his estranged best friend to help him create a viral sensation. Their increasingly bizarre and dangerous schemes lead to unexpected consequences, testing the limits of their friendship and sanity.

Critical Reception

The Secret of My Love received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its bold comedic style and the chemistry between its lead actors, while some found its humor too abrasive or its plot occasionally disjointed.

What Reviewers Say

  • "A hilariously uncomfortable ride with surprisingly heartfelt moments."

  • "McBride and Goggins deliver career-best performances in this darkly comedic gem."

  • "While occasionally veering into absurdity, the film's sharp wit and unique perspective make it a standout."

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unconventional humor and the strong performances from the cast, with many finding it refreshingly original and laugh-out-loud funny. Some viewers, however, felt the plot became too convoluted in its latter half.

Fun Fact

The film's unconventional title was inspired by a misheard lyric from an obscure 1980s power ballad that director Jody Hill found particularly amusing.

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