Review of Secretary (2002) by Piumie D — 31 May 2009

Quirky, twisted and yet somehow endearing.

This review of Secretary (2002) was written by Piumie D on 31 May 2009.

Secretary has generally received positive reviews.

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By Brandon W (1,786) on 09 Oct 2015

You get to see Maggie Gyllenhaal naked for quite some time. bring some tissues…

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I kind of liked how they handled the topic of dominance and submission. At least for a cinema movie (was it even in cinemas?)…

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By Jamie W (237) on 06 Sep 2018

Old film worth seeing. Gyllenhaal is wonderful and you will alternate between laughing and cringing…

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Spader handles a tricky role beautifully, but this is Gyllenhaals's tour de force. She is remarkable and original…

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