---
title: "Secrets of the Heart"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/secrets-of-the-heart-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 92603
imdb_id: "tt0120090"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 47
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Secrets of the Heart (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/secrets-of-the-heart-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Secrets of the Heart is a 1997 Spanish drama film directed by Montxo Armendáriz. The story follows a young boy named Javi and his friend Carlos as they visit an old house on the outskirts of a small Spanish village. According to Javi's brother Juan, the location is a haunted house where the voices of the dead can be heard. Javi later becomes intrigued by a room that always remains closed, which is the exact room where his father was found dead. Driven by this curiosity, he begins to investigate the various mysteries, secrets, and stories surrounding the dead people connected to the house. Released in October 1997 in the United States, the film was a box office hit in Spain, grossing seven hundred eleven million ninety-two thousand four hundred thirty-four pesetas. Additionally, the production received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the seventieth Academy Awards.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Montxo Armendáriz
- **Networks / Studios**: Aiete Films S.A., Ariane Films, Canal+

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Carmelo Gómez** as *Tío*
- **Charo López** as *María*
- **Sílvia Munt** as *Madre*
- **Vicky Peña** as *Rosa*
- **Andoni Erburu** as *Javi*
- **Álvaro Nagore** as *Juan*
- **Íñigo Garcés** as *Carlos*
- **Joan Vallès** as *Abuelo*
- **Joan Dalmau** as *Benito*
- **Chete Lera** as *Ricardo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Secrets of the Heart online?
Secrets of the Heart is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Secrets of the Heart worth watching?
Secrets of the Heart holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 47 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Secrets of the Heart and when was it released?
Secrets of the Heart is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Secrets of the Heart?
Secrets of the Heart was directed by Montxo Armendáriz.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Secrets of the Heart — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/92603)
- [Secrets of the Heart (1997) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120090/fullcredits/)
- [Secrets of the Heart (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secrets_of_the_Heart_(film))
- [Secrets of the Heart (1997) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/92603-secretos-del-corazon)
- [Secrets of the Heart (film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Secrets_of_the_Heart_(film))
- [프라임 비디오: Secrets of the Heart](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0MNNI0VKL1EVEYZYWZPPZ14UD8)

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