Secretary

2002, Drama, 1h 52m

156 Reviews 50,000+ Ratings

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Maggie Gyllenhaal impresses in this romantic comedy with a kinky twist. Read critic reviews

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Lee Holloway (Maggie Gyllenhaal), a young woman with a history of severe emotional problems, is released into the care of her overbearing parents following a stay at a mental institution. She finds work as a secretary for a rigid and demanding attorney, E. Edward Grey (James Spader), and starts dating the kind but dull Peter (Jeremy Davies). However, Lee soon realizes she's turned on by Grey's stern demeanor, and begins a sadomasochistic relationship with him.

Cast & Crew

James Spader
E. Edward Grey
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Lee Holloway
Jeremy Davies
Peter
Patrick Bauchau
Dr. Twardon
Stephen McHattie
Burt Holloway
Oz Perkins
Jonathan
Jessica Tuck
Tricia O'Connor
Amy Locane
Lee's Sister
Lesley Ann Warren
Joan Holloway
Mary Joy
Sylvia
Michael Mantell
Stewart
Sabrina Grdevich
Allison
Lily Knight
Paralegal
Lacey Kohl
Louisa
Julene Renee
Jessica
Steven Shainberg
Director
Mary Gaitskill
Writer
Steven Shainberg
Writer
Erin Cressida Wilson
Writer
Erin Cressida Wilson
Screenwriter
Andrew Fierberg
Producer
Amy Hobby
Producer
Michael Roban
Producer
Jamie Beardsley
Executive Producer
P.J. Posner
Executive Producer
Joel Posner
Executive Producer
Steven Fierberg
Cinematographer
Amy Danger
Production Designer
Pam Wise
Film Editor
Marjorie Bowers
Costume Designer
Ellen Parks
Casting
Angelo Badalamenti
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