Official Secrets

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  • 2019


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82 % Certified Fresh
$ 10 Million
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Positive Reviews 84
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Average Rating 3.5/5
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4.5
This script doesnt particularly need carryingthe vitality of this story speaks for itselfbut, because of the amount of ground this story covers, the f .. Den Of Geek
3.0
Knightley is utterly captivating as a woman who does the moral thing at risk of losing everything, but sadly the film itself never quite matches her. Den Of Geek
4.0
Just because Official Secrets feels like a period drama now doesnt mean its not extremely relevant to our current political culture. Den Of Geek
3.5
But Gavin Hoods earnest whistleblower drama does a stirring if occasionally didactic job of reminding us why speaking truth to power, even at the high .. EW
3.0
Directed by Gavin Hood (who doesnt quite reach the highs of his Eye in the Sky), the movie does spend long chunks away from Katharine. Common Sense Media
2.8
Turns out, the UK doesnt like harboring husbands of traitors, and Yasar, a Turkish Kurd, narrowly escapes deportation. Indie Wire
1.5
Turns out, the UK doesnt like harboring husbands of traitors, and Yasar, a Turkish Kurd, narrowly escapes deportation. Indie Wire
2.8
Just because youre Prime Minster, it doesnt mean you get to make up your own facts! Variety
3.0
The story of Katharine Gun is one thats often been overlooked and undervalued since the Iraq war and theres immense satisfaction in seeing her bravery .. The Guardian
3.1
Serras new film, the audaciously perverse and amorphous Libert, doesnt give up its game so readily.
4.0
But Official Secrets pleasing familiarity doesnt diminish the storys suspense. Screen Daily
4.0
But Official Secrets pleasing familiarity doesnt diminish the storys suspense. Screen Daily
4.5
Keira Knightley delivers a restrained and believable act as Katharine Gun. ETimes (TOI)
2.5
Its also, instantly forgettable and completely unremarkable in every conceivable way. Collider
1.5
Its also, instantly forgettable and completely unremarkable in every conceivable way. Collider
4.5
Bloody hell, the Brits do low key, paranoid procedural dramas like Official Secrets well, with a pervading chill and no flash: The crispness cuts like .. Vulture
4.5
That makes it unsurprising that Guns story is a minor footnote in this country. The Hollywood Reporter
3.0
Credit director Hood for eschewing sensational melodramatics, but the movie has all the excitement of a Wikipedia page.
1.5
Despite this, the movies faith in journalism is touching, conveyed by the likable actors playing its cynical yet noble rogues: the forcefully restrain .. The New York Times
5.0
Likewise, the found footage approach utilized here doesnt really bring anything of value to the proceedings. E Film Critic
2.0
Official Secrets does its baseline job if you needed the story of Katharine Gun retold and vaguely dramatised, but its dreary entertainment. Telegraph
4.5
Knightley gives one of her strongest performances here, using her innate steeliness and presence to create a convincing portrait of a courageous zealo ..
3.0
At one point, Gun rails against Tony Blair on TV: Just because youre the Prime Minister, it doesnt mean you get to make up your own facts.
3.8
The end result is a professionally made film that is whistle blowingly relevant, starring an excellent actress who successfully comes in from her Prid .. The Globe And Mail
4.0
Keira Knightley delivers a restrained and believable act as Katharine Gun.
4.5
Just because youre Prime Minister, she says, it doesnt mean you get to make up your own facts. ( Spirituality And Practice
3.5
Offers an interesting narrative even if the treatment sometimes seems a bit too restrained and discreet for its own good. One Guys Opinion
3.1
She knows there are no ties between Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein and Al Qaida, and at some point shes going to stop venting It doesnt make any bloody .. Rogers Movie Nation
3.8
Although Official Secrets may take liberties with the historical record, its effective as both a drama and a cautionary tale and the lessons it teache .. ReelViews
3.1
This was a time of a specific political climate, and in overlooking that, Official Secrets doesnt show us the full story of Guns bravery and determina .. Mark Reviews Movies
3.2
while the story itself is often riveting, Hoods execution is often bumpy, some aspects presently dryly, others too abruptly...The films brightest note ..
3.2
The telling of this true story is a straightforward, almost perfunctory, procedural
4.0
Theres a fascinating tension at the heart of this whistleblower drama about dubious intelligence operations on the eve of the 2003 Iraq war. The Times
4.5
The film works and manages to feel both fresh and timely. It certainly benefits from solid performances all around, but especially by Knightley. (Full .. Screen It
3.0
...nothing special artistically, but its intense relevance burns the screen. Pop Matters
4.5
In its outrage driven bones, Official Secrets wants to be all things to all political thriller aficionados: journalism saga, fight the system stirrer, .. The Wrap
1.9
So much of Gregory Bernstein, Sara Bernstein and Gavin Hoods screenplay arrives with a thud that it mightve been written with clenched fists. Knightle .. New York Post
4.0
A terrific performance by Keira Knightley as Gun doesnt hurt, either. Az Central
4.5
But theres not enough effort made to spice up the inherent drabness of a story that takes place mostly in offices. Npr
4.0
Not a spy thriller but a story of emotional and intellectual suspense wrangling with matters of patriotism and of conscience, and of just how far jour ..
3.0
With a current American whistleblower dominating the headlines, this political thriller about a steely British intelligence specialist has added reson .. Susang Ranger
4.4
As concisely informative as an Economist article and as gripping as a beach read. Observer
2.0
Official Secrets sticks to, well, the official secrets and doesnt do much beyond that. Flickering Myth
3.5
Basically, its a golden ensemble cast of some of the best British talents out there, lead by the incomparable Keira Knightley. Flim Threet
4.5
Often, there are some brilliantly made films that dont get big theatrical releases. However, now there is a way for you to watch these films at exclus .. Book My Show
3.1
Its an occasionally plodding but rarely dull movie, and one whose stakes outweigh its impact as drama. Boston Globe
4.5
Its chancy to believe history as told by motion pictures, but this film seems right on...one of the most entertaining and captivating films so far thi .. Tony Medley
1.5
But shes let down by almost every other aspect of Gavin Hoods film, which is curiously, exhaustingly flat. Pajiba
3.5
Like the whistleblower at its center, Official Secrets has backbone and conviction, something we could use more of today. Detroit News
3.1
Its a story worth shining a light on, Gun a hero deserving of a movie star moment. Groucho Reviews
2.2
It doesnt help that it ends anti climatically in a courtroom battle which feels clichd and typical. The Play List
4.0
Hood knows how to crank the tension and a certain fury ticks under the story. Ft
4.3
Its a fair, understated film about things we ought to care about. Ar Kansas Online
1.5
That Official Secrets is still compelling is largely down to its powerfully competent cast. Refinery 29
4.5
An unabashedly political movie that is, essentially, a procedural, but also a very sophisticated, ornate, complex and convincing thriller. Wsj
3.2
If youre saying to yourself, I never heard about this story before, youre not alone. Patriot Ledger
3.1
Its difficult to become immersed in a film in which far too many characters sound like theyre reciting talking points and not delivering authentic dia .. Chicago Sun Times
2.5
Hoods lack of visual energy doesnt help matters, and the multiple subplots he engages in are less compelling than Katharines downward spiral. Punch Drunk Critics
3.5
Official Secrets is brilliantly acted by a top tier cast. The characters are thoughtfully explored as they tangle with the political bombshell and rea .. Movie Web
3.0
Do yourself two favors: see the picture, and if youre unfamiliar with the outcome of the case, avoid the Google before purchasing a ticket. Itll make .. Sandiego Reader
4.0
This is one of those moments where youre truly damned if you do, damned if you dont. Solzy At The Movies
3.2
Still, this is a story thats been largely forgotten in the years since it happened, and perhaps some folks in the current U.S. administration could us .. Film Avclub
3.5
Official Secrets isnt the frightfully well built machine that Eye in the Sky was, but for a message heavy political thriller about discussing the cons .. Alternate Ending
3.8
Its a good story, well told, though you have to forgive Hood for indulging in a little journalistic clich. Seattle Times
4.5
Knightley, of the clenched jaw and quiet intensity, portrays Ms. Gun as the ideal conscientious objector dedicated, humorless, and single minded. East Bay Express
3.5
A frightening, real world thriller, director Gavin Hood, who last gave us 2015s excellent Eye in the Sky, has a good feel for the material. Daily Film Fix
2.8
But somewhere out there, theres a leaner and meaner version of this story anchored entirely by Knightleys impressive performance and her chemistry wit .. Spectrum Culture
4.5
Knightleys depth and skilled emotional well gives the audience a spot on idea of Katherine Gun emotional torture as this ordeal unfolded. Wp Me
1.5
Overall, Official Secrets does its job and does it fairly well, but one cant help thinking that the end result is somewhat less than the sum of its pa .. Culture
1.5
Thats a symptom of a deeper tragedy, and heres another: Official Secrets is an effective entry in a genre that has outlived its usefulness. Washington City Paper
4.5
When interrogated by the police Gun gives a Frank Capra worthy statement, reminding them she doesnt work for the British government but for the Britis .. Entertainment Voice
4.5
Knightleys stirring performance is reason enough to see this film. Kaplan Vs Kaplan
4.4
Gavin Hoods film bottles up its outrage so the talking head scenes come alive in enormously potent ways. Heral
4.2
With a stellar cast, this true story is brought to life and illuminates one of the important whistleblowers of modern times. Mac Guff
3.8
At times, the film itself doesnt match her characters drive, though Knightley effectively passes that along. Hollywood News
4.0
Thanks to its excellent cast and tight screenplay, Official Secrets elevates itself above the label of just another Spotlight Entertainment Ie
4.5
Although the production of this film is fairly clinical and understated, its a story that is so relevant. The performances are somewhat bland. But the .. Movies and Shakers
4.4
Knightley holds our attention throughout Official Secrets, capturing Katherines optimism that she can stop the war, her anger that she was naive for t .. Movie Cricket
3.8
It doesnt due to smart writing and terrific performances by Matthew Goode, Matt Smith, Rhys Ifans, and Conleth Hill as staff of The Observer. Showbiz Junkies
4.5
Even though the story ends somewhat anticlimactically, it maintains a slow burn of outrage right to the very end. Daily Public
3.5
While this movie is melodramatic and manipulative at times, its still a worthwhile learning experience. Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
2.8
More effective stories deal with people that feel real, and Official Secrets never quite proves itself authentic. Movie Show Plus
3.8
Keira Knightley delivers a stunning performance in this morally complex yet conventional drama based on actual events.
3.8
Theres nothing slick or flashy about Gavin Hoods tightly constructed and efficient suspense drama. Good Times
4.4
Once again, Gavin Hood delivers a thought provoking film on a serious topic that is also gripping human drama. We Are Movie Geeks
4.0
An unabashedly positive look at muck raking journalism, protagonist Gun is a modern hero who should not be forgotten. Its Just Movies
4.5
Hood succeeds in producing one of the best films of the year, a story of heroism by a woman who had nothing to gain, but everything to lose. Exclaim!
3.8
The story is fascinating on its own but Knightleys performance and savvy editing makes Official Secrets better than expected. Texas Art & Film
3.5
Smith proves a steadying force as lead reporter for the story, counterbalancing a wildly brash Ifans. Should I See It
2.5
Theres plenty of drama inherent in the events of this film, but youd never know it from the final product. The Arts St L
1.5
Since then, hes served as Hollywoods unthinking thinking man, alternating hot button turds like Rendition and Eye in the Sky with heavy handed blockbu .. Dare Daniel
3.2
the dialogue sounds more like speechifying than regular conversation.Still, theres something so vital about the material it covers that Gavin Hoods fa ..
3.5
As far as films about whistleblower goes, this one isnt quite as gripping as say, The Insider (one of my fave from Michael Mann boasting an Oscar wort .. FlixChatter Film Blog
3.0
The headlines spotlighting suspicions of potential improprieties did not work. 25YL (25 Years Later)
3.5
The episode isnt much rememberedI thought I knew the Iraq War story pretty well, but I admit I dont remember this happening at all. Broadstreet Review
3.5
Director Gavin Hood has crafted another film that features strong performances and some compelling moral dilemmas. Bowling Green Daily News
3.0
Official Secrets succumbs to cliches of the genre a scene staged in a parking garage is no less predictable for a character invoking Deep Throat and i .. The Washington Post
4.4
Official Secrets is a personal examination of heroism that shows how one persons decision can be a powerful and life changing act where the obligation ..
4.5
The movie blends two key elements that have the potential to create an engaging thriller: dirty little secrets and journalists willing to expose those .. Niagara Gazette



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