The Secret Life of Words 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Director
- Isabel Coixet
- Networks
- Hotshot Films, El Deseo, Mediapro
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Secret Life of Words?
The Secret Life of Words is a 2005 Spanish-Irish drama film written and directed by Isabel Coixet. The film features a cast that includes Sarah Polley, Tim Robbins, Javier Cámara, Julie Christie, and Sverre Anker Ousdal.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 15, 2005
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Ireland, Spain
- Studios
- Hotshot Films, El Deseo, Mediapro
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Genres
- Romance, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 242 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~115 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Hotshot Films, El Deseo, Mediapro
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The Secret Life of Words is a 2005 Spanish-Irish drama film written and directed by Isabel Coixet. The film features a cast that includes Sarah Polley, Tim Robbins, Javier Cámara, Julie Christie, and Sverre Anker Ousdal. The story follows a hearing-impaired factory worker who decides to forgo her first holiday in years. Instead, she travels to an oil rig to provide care for a man who has survived an accident and is suffering from severe burns. As the narrative progresses, the solitary nurse bonds with her patient. The film has a runtime of approximately one hour and fifty-five minutes. It is classified as a drama, with some sources also categorizing it under the romance genre. The production was released in the United States on December 15, 2005. The film received a 71 percent rating on the Tomatometer and an 86 percent rating on the Popcornmeter. It is currently categorized as not rated by the Motion Picture Association.
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“A gripping exploration of romance and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Secret Life of Words worth watching?
The Secret Life of Words holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 242 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Secret Life of Words and when was it released?
The Secret Life of Words is a feature film with a runtime of 115 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Secret Life of Words?
The Secret Life of Words was directed by Isabel Coixet.
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