Secret in Their Eyes

  • U/A (INDIA)
  • 2015


MOVIE IS interesting original argentine emotional argentinian
Close Video

40 %
39 % Rotten
$ 34 Million
See Where to Watch Secret in Their Eyes
Positive Reviews 59
Negative reviews 51
Average Rating 2.7/5
interesting original argentine emotional argentinian

  • All
  • Positive
  • Negative
1.5
Yet nothing short of overhauling the material into something genuinely fresh could make Rays Secret feel essential. Av Club
3.0
Yet nothing short of overhauling the material into something genuinely fresh could make Rays Secret feel essential. Av Club
2.0
Its not for lack of stars; Julia Roberts, Nicole Kidman, and Chiwetel Ejiofor work hard to make the story their own. EW
1.9
But even when taken on its own terms, Secret in Their Eyes amounts to a disappointment. Rogerebert
3.0
As for Secret in Their Eyes, the movie manages to register its own identity in gradual, piecemeal fashion, even as it doesnt deviate too dramatically .. Variety
2.0
The film serves one plot at a time and focuses its efforts on the pulpier, revenge thriller aspects of the story. We Got This Covered
2.0
Chiwetel Ejiofor leads an A team cast, but this remake of the Oscar winning Argentinian thriller is a disappointment. Time Out
3.0
The movie itself may be deeply flawed, but her performance is worth the price of admission. The Guardian
2.0
Nothing about this film will challenge Billy Wilders Some Like it Hot as the greatest remake in film history.But it might well lead people back to the .. The Guardian
2.0
These uplifting emotions take shift duty all over Chiwetel Ejiofors face as he delivers a marvellous performance in what is unfortunately a lacklustre .. The Guardian
1.9
Its not enough that time evidently doesnt heal all wounds, it also makes everyones lives nothing but the blank spots in fates big book of Mad Libs.
1.9
Its enough to take your breath away.Its also the only memorable moment in a movie that transforms thrilling source material the 2009 Argentinian movie ..
1.5
An Oscar nominated screenwriter (for Captain Phillips) whose previous directorial efforts (Shattered Glass, Breach) revealed a skill for crafting thou .. Screen Daily
3.5
It can be both as gripping and as lacking in nuance as its predecessor, and though it often feels more like a highly polished TV procedural than a tra .. The Hollywood Reporter
2.5
Julia Roberts is the only central character whose appearance is drastically different in the two time periods, and it remains to be seen if the pretty ..
1.5
It lends this sorry remake most of what little emotional resonance it stirs up. The New York Times
1.9
It is supposed to be a taut, suspenseful thriller that examines the horror of having a loved one murdered. IGN
2.0
So is depending on a payload of cathartic emotion without doing the steady work of earning it. Telegraph
2.0
Rays got good actors, though.Ejiofor is a naturally empathetic hero, so focused you believe the many times hes easily jolted by others, and though Kid ..
2.5
With every improvement, some magic is lost. In Secret in Their Eyes, we get a story that has been improved almost to the point of nonexistence. San Francisco Chronicle
2.5
It isnt a good substitute for an interesting narrative or more fleshed out characters. The Young Folks
2.0
It should only be viewed if you want more of the same material you can watch daily on the majority of TNTs line up. Cinema Blend
2.0
The original took home a well deserved best foreign film Oscar a few years ago, but whatever style and substance Juan Jose Campanellas movie had is ut .. JoBlo
2.5
Secret in Their Eyes is a well acted and politically charged drama/thriller with ambitions that exceed its grasp, put simply. Screen Rant
2.5
Its a story about moral ambiguity and living in the past, but it packs a weak emotional punch despite the well wrought efforts of an all star cast. The Globe And Mail
2.5
Set in Los Angeles, in 2002 and again in 2015, this putative thriller, directed and written by Billy Ray (whose other credit this week is the screenpl .. Philly
3.0
Their performances are buoyed by a good script.All in all, a fairly gripping tale.
2.0
Nevertheless it has to be admitted that the picture is well mounted, boasting a first rate cast. One Guys Opinion
2.5
It is loss at its most immediate, so real it makes you want to turn away.The movie this great and rare moment is in isnt, on the whole, worthy of that .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
Furthermore, lead actor Ejiofor is too stiff for this demanding thriller. Sover
3.0
10 1 5 / 10 Writer/director Billy Ray (Breach, Shattered Glass) is asking for trouble with Secret in Their Eyes. A remake of a terrific 2009 Argentine .. Blu Ray
3.5
Critics are supposed to dump on Hollywood remakes of foreign language films, but this Americanized version of Juan Jose Campanellas overrated art hous .. Chicago Reader
2.5
As a standalone movie, Secret in Their Eyes takes a promising story about long seated remorse and turns it into a routine one that is more concerned w .. Mark Reviews Movies
4.4
Despite its surfeit of positive attributes, however, Shattered Glass never quite becomes the engrossing, searing drama that one mightve anticipated wi .. Reel Film Reviews
1.0
This is a lethargic A list remake of an ingenious Oscar winning Argentine thriller from 2009 called The Secret in Their Eyes. Im not sure why they dro .. The Times
3.0
Is it worth reopening old woundsnot only the mothers grief, but his own unresolved feelings for the prosecutor (Nicole Kidman) on the cold case News Review
3.0
The film itself doesnt generate much suspense, but it does engage as a morally ambiguous tale about loss and obsession. Radio Times
3.5
But the presence of the stars and good to strong performances help carry the pic. Screen It
1.0
The remake is a crudely mechanical crime thriller with a very clumsy flashback structure. Independent
1.9
Not such a good idea remaking the 2009 Argentine thriller that won the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar. The Americanized version is miscast, misguide .. Rolling Stone
2.0
The concept album that is Arethas Gold follows the chronology of Aretha Franklins hits, all released in 1967 and 1968, apex years of the decade not ju .. Pop Matters
2.5
This isnt a lazy or contemptuous movie, but for all its ambitions, it just doesnt work. The Wrap
1.3
The problem isnt just the convoluted narrative and overall tone of morose self flagellation. News Day
1.0
Billy Rays crisply acted but jumbled remake of the 2009 Foreign Language Oscar winner never does justice to its source material. Film Journal
3.1
In spite of a star studded Hollywood cast, Secret manages to clothesline itself on an unsatisfying twist ending. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.0
The plot of this harrowing thriller has been around for a while, originating in a 2005 novel by the Argentinian writer Eduardo Sacheri; an adaptation .. Smh
3.5
Yet for all the films intelligence and conceptual rigor, it barely flutters to life. Npr
3.1
It hopes to be a suspenseful political yarn carrying a deep message about state security and personal tragedy. Instead its a flabby whodunit of injury .. Star Tribune
1.5
The 2009 Oscar winning Best Foreign Language Film has been given a listless Hollywood makeover, one that wastes Chiwetel Ejiofors effortless sincerity ..
2.5
14A Crime thriller Secret in Their Eyes gets just one thing exactly right: the timing of its release. Toronto Star
2.0
Dormer is a refreshing presence but the film is short of genuine, grown up scares. Daily Mail
3.0
That said, anyone unfamiliar with the superior original should still find this a decently made, rather moody thriller. Flim List
5.0
What is the relevance of the title and to whose eyes is it referring
2.0
Susan Grangers review of Secret in Their Eyes (STX Entertainment) Its not surprising that Julia Roberts rose to the bait of this remake of Juan Jose C .. Susang Ranger
2.0
A starry trio Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave), Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts are comrades in work, war and misery in Secret in Their Eyes. Boston Herald
3.0
Alongside the recent output of Denis Villeneuve, Secret In Their Eyes seems rather shallow. The Film Stage
2.5
Its extremely high grade pulp, satisfying as a romance and a crime drama. Chicago Tribune
2.5
Whats ironic and frustrating is how precipitously the movie itself eventually goes tumbling down the intelligence scale. Boston Globe
1.5
In 2015, cop Ray (Chiwetel Ejiofor: The Martian) remains obsessed with bringing to justice the guy hes positive raped and murdered the daughter of his .. Flickfilosopher
2.0
The original pictures melodramatic excesses have been augmented with fresh indulgences to deliver a film that is not quite peculiar enough to be inter .. The Irish Times
3.0
Such is the muddled nature of this misshapen film, which affords its leads numerous opportunities to wail, fume and engage in heated debate, but only .. Blogs Indie Wire
5.0
I admire the Oscar winning Argentinian film on which its based, but my memory of it is just vague enough after five years that this one managed to hoo .. Blogs Indie Wire
2.5
Without strong, believable characters, Secret in Their Eyes is just a generic thriller, the kind of movie that wont even be rememberedlet alone win an .. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
Chiwetel Ejiofors new movie is a mess. Even the title why are there more eyes than secrets induces brain ache. Standard
3.8
Nonetheless, the movie manages to hold up as its own distinct animal, anchored by a trio of strong performances from the leads that are never less tha .. Movie Freak
3.0
Julia Roberts, left, Nicole Kidman, and Chiwetel Ejiofor star in the thriller Secret in Their Eyes..(Photo: STX Productions) With its back and forth t .. Detroit News
3.0
However, it does go tantalisingly close in its best stretches, which will prove to be satisfying enough for those unfamiliar with the dark mystery pro .. Herald Sun
3.0
Thats a perfectly fine thing to be.But its maybe not the best use of time for a cast of this caliber. Consequence Of Sound
2.0
So while absorbing in parts, heres a picture that is rife with tedium and distinctively devoid of any palpable suspense or tension, simply not doing e .. Hey U Guys
3.0
The film also is a thriller without a lot of adrenaline pumping moments outside of an impressively staged chase through a packed Dodger Stadium.But th .. Oregon Live
3.0
Billy Rays remake of the 2009 Academy Award winning foreign language film from Argentina pales in comparison to the original. But its still a solid fi .. Now Toronto
5.0
Even addressing common employee grievances is harder than one would imagine. Scroll
3.0
... its the movie you go out to during Thanksgiving week when youve just got to get out of the house. Maki At The Movies
2.0
Fleeting pleasures, or maybe Im scraping to make four hours at terrible movies seem worthwhile. Tamp A Bay
2.0
A remake of the Oscar winning Argentinian thriller of the same name from 2009, attempts are made to differentiate the film enough to justify its exist .. Lw Lies
4.0
This remake may be unnecessary, but its good.In fact, its very good even if you fondly remember the original. Abc
3.0
Judged on its own terms, its a cut above routine and the endings reveal is heart stopping but those who enjoyed the original may find it comes up shor .. Nz Herald
4.0
And it is not a great television series, its a really good flick. Flicks
2.0
All the glamour and intrigue of that original film is gone, and Secret in their Eyes proves that throwing movie stars at a story is not always the bes .. Independent Ie
4.0
The chemistry between them is fascinating, even if the filmmaking approach feels dry and aloof. Contact Music
3.0
It is unsurprising though still a little disappointing that Jesss maxim, Passion always wins, should triumph so obviously in the final moments of conc .. The Arts Desk
2.5
The Argentinian original is known for its filmmaking prowess, with excellent editing and camera work creating a film filled with visual delights. At i .. Matts Movie Reviews
3.0
The performances are strong, though, elevating the film beyond its limitations. Patriot Ledger
3.0
The twists and turnarounds are suitably unexpected, although the end is so understated some may find it lacking in drama. Scmp
3.0
This is still an engaging thriller.Its not relying on set action pieces (ala a Liam Neeson action thriller) to entertain. The Film Pie
2.5
The movie lacks anything resembling momentum.More importantly, its lost the originals compelling historical context. Straight
1.0
An English language remake of Juan Jos Campanellas far superior Argentinian thriller. Sandiego Reader
2.0
But it never loses sight of its deeper side.Its a draw a thriller thats stupid in its particulars but still haunted by real ghosts. Metro New York
1.0
You just keep waiting for it to take flight, for some clue as to why these talented people are spinning their wheels with such subpar material. Flavor Wire
1.9
(No effort is made here to distinguish good from bad Muslim worshipers.) Bitly
2.0
Thenceforth the script gets increasingly muddled and sadly the scares arent good enough to compensate. Scots Man
2.5
The love story, the crime story, and the political story never cohere Secret does get a long way on its casts sheer movie star charisma. The Verge
1.9
It serves no purpose, because never once did I believe that the passage of time affected the characters. Movie Mezzanine
2.5
Its a dogged effort, but the change of setting prevents the US movies exploration of love and longing, justice and retribution from delivering the sam .. What So
2.0
Secret in Their Eyes Secret in Their Eyes is a somber crime drama with a fine cast, but the movie never really gels, and its big shock twist ending is .. reason
2.5
Even if you havent seen the original, you may leave this film feeling like youve seen it before. Seattle Times
2.0
Just because a movie is downbeat or depressing doesnt make it deeper than movies with more style. The Mary Sue
1.5
But that isnt enough to make up for the generally pallid and relevance strained cop melodrama that comprises the majority of this disappointing, unnec .. Film Journal International ..
3.8
Argentinas The Secret In Their Eyes earns my vote as the best foreign language import of at least the past 10 years. This stateside interpretation nev .. Clclt
3.0
While it doesnt quite pack the emotional or political heft of the original, Secret In Their Eyes isnt just another meaningless redo.
3.0
The suspense drama isnt much in style these days, but this film is a swift reminder that the genre can still bring the heat. From The Balcony
3.8
Expert editing takes us back and forth across the years, while the terror suspect plot line provides a timely hook for the film. If 2009s film was a s .. National Post
3.0
It remains an intriguing, time shifting tale of obsession and one of Hollywoods better remakes. Sky
3.0
More successful in mood than plot, Ray uses this story to meditate on loss, hopelessness, and the gulf between law and justice. Movie Mom
4.0
The remake of the 2009 Argentinian thriller isnt as good. Thanks to great performances and a terrific premise, its a nice alternative to standing in l .. Tri City Herald
3.5
Probably not, but taken on its own, Secret in Their Eyes is a decent procedural and watching the A list cast at work has its rewards.Twitter: @LizBrau .. Toronto Sun
2.0
The characters are really misused, with their chemistry being painfully lacking in the story
2.5
A good writer of workplace banter, he turns out to be much less effective at directing action sequences. Fw Weekly
3.1
Ejiofor is solid but not at his best, though Roberts showy performance is the stuff nominations are made of.Best advice Columbus Alive
3.5
Secret in Their Eyes is that rare beast: a thriller with a heart. Blog Bullz Eye
3.0
Finally, theres the climactic secret that simply doesnt pack the intended punch. Assignment X
2.0
Unfortunately, any artistic aspirations are dashed when this paint by numbers mystery unfolds far too easily and stoops to the most heavy handed contr .. Spectrum Culture
3.0
Interesting but never as captivating as its synopsis suggests, Secret in Their Eyes is a decent dramatic thriller, but falls well short of the origina .. Cairo 360
1.5
The most interesting case in Secret in Their Eyes isnt the murder case but the case the film makes for not remaking perfectly good Oscar winners. Richard Crouse
1.9
Its quite deep in a shallow sort of way.On another level, though, its almost amusingly ridiculous, suggesting that the way to finally be done with the .. Free Beacon
2.5
Ultimately, there is nothing left to her personality but bitterness and barely contained fury. World Wng
4.5
Hollywoods adaptation of The Secret in their Eyes is presicely that, an adaptation tha modifies the plot and characters to the enviroment and retains ..
3.0
But go there they do, proving that no matter how loud you scream Stay out of that basement! no one on screen ever listens to you. Aarp
2.5
The result is a glossy but unimaginatively staged drama that resembles an all star episode of CSI. Commercial Appeal
2.5
Sure, it is still an entertaining film and offers some great moments of acting and suspense, but those who have the time to compare both films will be .. Web Archive
2.5
Not only does it have an amazing cast, the director know how to use them effectivaley. Each one of them brings credibility to their characters even su .. Enfil Me
4.4
A flawed ending can be forgiven because the journey there is so masterfully crafted. Fres Nobee
2.5
With confusing timelines and repetitive dialogue, the film misses the mark. Daily Journal
3.0
There was a good movie somewhere in this mess. You can feel it around the edges of Julia Robertss decidedly unglamorous performance, and in every half .. Ex Press
3.0
It cant be denied that the film captures a certain feeling of decadence, of dusk, even of paranoia, one that conditions the characters and their metap ..
2.5
Unwieldy as the story eventually turns out to be, its engrossing as it goes along to a climax that you probably wont be expecting. Daily Public
2.0
Motherhood may be biologically irreversible, but it isnt always existentially sacrosanct.Some proof is required. Bk Mag
4.5
The American remake of an Argentinean Oscar winning film is less complex than the original, but still offers a gripping story. Haaretz
1.5
A mediocre adaptation that makes clear that what matters is the way you tell a story.
3.8
The fine acting and adept pacing by writer director Billy Ray make this an entertaining experience. Charlotte Observer
2.5
I know I saw the 2010 Argentine thriller El Secreto de Sus Ojos, but I dont remember it at all.Let me see if I can find my previous review, one sec. Trib
3.1
But its that sort of compromise that means Secret in Their Eyes never quite captures the intensity of the film it is based upon, making it a fairly st .. Sandiego Union Tribune
2.0
This film is perfect as an example of how Hollywood makes remakes taking all the substance that made the original film great in the first place. Chilango.com
5.0
I was satisfied at the end of Secret in Their Eyes so I didnt feel motivated to see another version of it.At this point it would simply be a case stud .. Nerd Report
2.5
Julia Roberts does stand out hereand I dont just mean figuratively. Dear Cast and Crew
4.5
Those who havent seen the original will be captivated by the twists and turns the story takes, for all the rest, Julia Roberts performance is worth se .. Reforma
2.5
In spite of having the right tone and perfectly well executed acting, this remake fails to add something new to a film that didt even need a remake to .. Cinema Movi L
4.5
By devising a non linear structure, the director/screenwriter, Juan Jose Campanella, turned an otherwise conventional narrative into a memory play, el .. Ww2 Kqed



See Where to Watch Secret in Their Eyes