2009 Movie
Dir. Juan J. Campanella & Juan Jose Campanella · Argentina, Spain · Spanish
A meditative drama from Argentina that won the Oscar for best foreign-language film
A slow-burning Argentinian thriller about a retired legal counselor and the one case he investigated that just would not die, The Secret in Their Eyes is a taut and sharp mystery. As layers of mystery unfold, the story draws the viewer in and becomes entangled with the deteriorating political situation in Argentina. Notably, the film features a single-take 5 minute shot – a fantastic technical achievement and a testament to the directorial vision and skill.
Hoping to put to rest years of unease concerning a past case, retired criminal investigator Benjamín begins writing a novel based on the unsolved mystery of a newlywed’s rape and murder. With the help of a former colleague, judge Irene, he attempts to make sense of the past.

"From scene to scene, the movie has an enormously vital swing to it."
— David Denby
"A stylish and intelligent Argentine offering -- destined to become a world cinema classic."
— Clemmy Manzo

Oscars
1 win

BAFTA
1 nom

European Film Awards
1 nom

César Awards
1 nom

Goya Awards
2 wins · 7 noms
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