
Secret Defense
1998, Mystery and thriller, 2h 53m
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Sylvie
Véronique, Ludivine
Walser
Paul

Geneviève
Myriam
Critic Reviews for Secret Defense
All Critics (13) | Top Critics (6) | Fresh (11) | Rotten (2)
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With suave and feline images by the cinematographer William Lubtchansky, Rivette offers a virtual documentary on modern bourgeois solitude ...
February 3, 2014 | Full Review… -
The brooding intimations of Greek tragedy are part of what keeps this 170-minute thriller fascinating throughout.
November 12, 2007 | Full Review… -
For all its mysteries, the movie thoroughly repudiates suspense.
February 9, 2006 | Full Review… -
Hermetic and somewhat opaque, this perfectly symmetrical tragedy is not for every taste. For those willing to enter the Rivette zone, however, it's a chess puzzle devised by a grand master.
November 13, 2001 -
As the glacially paced film inches forward with its halting conversations and accusatory glances, it tests your patience. And when the truth ultimately tumbles out and more violence erupts, don't expect a catharsis.
November 13, 2001 | Rating: 2/5 | Full Review… -
Yes, it's long, but Bonnaire holds it together with a statuesques and human performance, and whilst not Rivette's best, this is still a fascinating example of his work.
November 13, 2001 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…
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