The Secret in Their Eyes 2009
“An unsolved crime. A love story. An unwritten ending.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Director
- Juan José Campanella
- Networks
- Canal+ España, 100 Bares, Tornasol Media
- Where to Stream
- Hulu
What is The Secret in Their Eyes?
The film "The Secret in Their Eyes" revolves around a retired criminal investigator who begins writing a novel. The novel is based on a past case involving a newlywed's rape and murder, which remains unsolved.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 13, 2009
- Original language
- ES
- Origin
- Argentina, Spain
- Studios
- Canal+ España, 100 Bares, Tornasol Media
- Budget
- $2,000,000
- Revenue
- $33,965,843
- Genres
- Mystery, Thriller, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 2,896 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~130 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Canal+ España, 100 Bares, Tornasol Media
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Overview
The film "The Secret in Their Eyes" revolves around a retired criminal investigator who begins writing a novel. The novel is based on a past case involving a newlywed's rape and murder, which remains unsolved. The investigator, with the help of a former colleague, a judge, attempts to make sense of the past case. This effort is motivated by a desire to put to rest years of unease concerning the unsolved mystery. The film explores the investigator's efforts to process and come to terms with the unresolved case through his writing. The story is a character-driven examination of the impact of a traumatic event on individuals involved. The film delves into the complexities of the past and its ongoing effects on those who were directly affected by the crime.
Should you watch it?
“A retired investigator revisits a haunting, unsolved murder case to find closure through writing a novel.”
- compelling mystery narrative
- strong character dynamics
- slow-paced storytelling
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven crime dramas that explore the lingering effects of the past.
The film deals with themes of sexual violence and murder.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film about?
It follows a retired investigator writing a novel about an unsolved rape and murder case from his past.
Who helps the protagonist?
He is assisted by a former colleague who is a judge.
What is the protagonist's goal?
He hopes to find closure regarding a case that has caused him years of unease.
Is this based on a true story?
The synopsis describes the film as a fictional story about a retired investigator writing a novel.
What genre is this film?
It is a crime drama focused on investigation and memory.
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