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Secret Window

Secret Window

2004
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
1h 36m
Mort Rainey is a best selling author whose imagination thrills his reader to the core. But one of his stories holds a secret that comes to life. A secret that even he can't imagine. (Sony Pictures)
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Secret Window

2004
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
1h 36m
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Rated 16 Dec 2006
15
3rd
Whenever I see a movie with dissociative identity disorder as an important plot device I think of that ridiculous movie Charlie Kaufman's brother writes in Adapatation where all the main characters turn out to be the same person, and there's absolutely no way I can take the premise seriously anymore. Secret Window has a few creepy moments, but it's largely a waste of time, money and a perfectly good Johnny Depp.
Rated 03 Oct 2018
65
48th
It's either a window into his soul as a deeply profound glimpse into the nature of a broken man, a moralistic play as a window of opportunity for him to make the right choices in response to his divorce, or a window on his house because the movie is pretty stupid.
Rated 08 Feb 2008
55
2nd
When is a twist, not a twist? When you can guess it in the first 15 minutes. And it's greeted with a shrug/groan.
Rated 12 Jan 2014
81
73rd
Like everything King writes, it suffers from being written by King.
Rated 01 Dec 2010
20
6th
And I who thought John Turturro couldn't be uncool. All it took was a ridiculously looking hat and, not to mention, one hell of a script - literally.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
47th
You stole my story. You stole my hat. You stole myself. I stole me.
Rated 24 Oct 2011
10
7th
The novella was a sort of jab at people that cry plagiarism, and the movie is a sort of jab at not boring you to fucking death.
Rated 19 Jul 2015
71
53rd
Johnny Depp is very entertaining to watch, from the start he pulled me in this fictional world. Particularly the first half of this film was quite interesting and thrilling, but at some point I guessed the twist ending which ruined it a little bit for me, though the film still remained entertaining to watch. The atmosphere is good, as is the setting and acting. Overall a nice thriller though I would've liked to see a different twist or no twist at all. The ending shot was a nice touch though.
Rated 07 Feb 2008
7
1st
Come on, Johnny. What were you thinking? This is the kind of movie that when it's over, you immediately think, "wow, that sucked."
Rated 28 Apr 2009
61
17th
This could've been so much better.
Rated 05 Jan 2007
30
7th
A progressively dumb series of plot twists.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
73
29th
Once again, Depp saves the day.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
37th
I didn't read the short story and wasn't expecting a twist, so it turned out to be a nice movie. Depp was thoroughly emersed in his character; the other actors performed equally as well.
Rated 29 Apr 2007
1
4th
The plot twist is hilariously bad.
Rated 28 Dec 2019
84
73rd
One of the most entertaining "lesser" King adaptations is not particularly scary, with a twist you can see from a mile away, but is great fun thanks to distinguished individual elements; Depp and Turturro are beautifully matched antagonists, with both bringing their 'A' game (has Turturro ever played genuinely menacing before?) Koepp's roving camera amps up the tension, and a fine supporting cast breathe life and humour into their archetypes. No world-beater, but consistently enjoyable.
Rated 12 Dec 2006
60
12th
Two good performances don't make up for a convoluted yet predictable 'mystery.'
Rated 20 Sep 2010
63
34th
I remember liking John Turturro in this and I don't remember hating it, but I can't remember anything about it other than Depp running around so that can't bode too well.
Rated 30 Dec 2007
43
19th
Well, the acting was good...
Rated 14 Aug 2007
76
35th
Not bad. A predictable and overused ending, but the direction is good and the movie keeps a decent pace.
Rated 13 Feb 2012
36
5th
I consider myself functionally retarded when it comes to predicting twists, but this one screamed it out from the first few minutes. No suspense, no thrills. Not even Turturro makes it worth seeing.
Rated 15 Mar 2023
86
33rd
Depp provides some great comedy here lulz.
Rated 16 Mar 2008
34
15th
Depp is good in the lead, as per usual (a great bit where he strangles the phone while talking to his wife always jumps out at me when I think of this movie). The movie itself? Not so much. Beyond his performance, the rest of it is unintentionally hysterical, with an inconcievably absurd and contrived cliche of an ending. "Yoostolemahstoreh."
Rated 17 Apr 2011
65
65th
In typical Stephen King film adaptation fashion, Secret Window presents a well written psychological thriller that unfortunately concludes in an underwhelming third act that plays more hokey than true. Johnny Depp and John Tuturo give fantastic performances to carry the first two acts.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
8
7th
A lesson in boredom...and growing corn.
Rated 14 Apr 2011
65
42nd
Welp, bring on the Library Policeman adaptation Hollywood.
Rated 14 Mar 2022
75
69th
I call this movie a “Grower” For a lot of years I would tell you this wasn’t my favorite King adaptation But everytime I watch it I pick up on some new detail or something I never noticed before I love Depp in this role I love his dark humor and practically every word he says drips with sarcasm I also liked John Turturro as well he was great
Rated 14 Aug 2007
28
9th
It just did not work on any level, and almost sent me to sleep.
Rated 10 Mar 2009
55
59th
Secret Window definitely isn't awful. It's not great either though. It's just an average movie that will most likely be forgotten. The ending is farily predictable, but the build up to the end was alright. Johnny Depp and John Turturro were both good in the film. I would say it's worth watching if it comes on TV, but not worth buying.
Rated 24 May 2015
50
15th
#3600
Rated 14 Apr 2024
40
35th
Rated 07 Jan 2011
82
33rd
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Rated 14 Sep 2008
90
67th
Most Stephen King film adaptations leave me cold. But this one wasn't bad, actually. Some interesting camera angles. Plus, Johnny Depp is always a treat.
Rated 26 Dec 2010
50
47th
If you can get past the second act of Secret Window, the last 20 minutes or so will be quite a thrill ride. The characters are interesting, but the ending is an incredible disappointment. It's watchable, and it can give some entertainment, but there are definitely better thrillers out there. Depp is a good actor giving his character lots of life, and the final plot twist is a good one, so if that is all you need in a thriller, then go ahead and watch Secret Window. You might be glad you did.
Rated 09 May 2017
72
44th
Johnny Depp is just great
Rated 02 Jun 2008
76
46th
I love the way that this story unfolds.
Rated 10 Feb 2008
60
36th
not horror...
Rated 01 Jul 2009
30
4th
Sucks. It uses the most hackneyed twist ever put to use, and the rest of the film has nothing of interest or originality.
Rated 20 Sep 2010
74
27th
Interesting, yet boring.
Rated 23 Jul 2009
72
68th
An isolated writer, goes insane from writers' block.
Rated 08 Jul 2017
60
47th
Nice little mystery film, thoroughly enjoyable for an afternoon.
Rated 11 Aug 2010
60
33rd
Przecietna ekranizacja doskonalej noweli S. Kinga
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
11th
Maybe this one should have stayed a secret.
Rated 13 May 2015
75
34th
I liked when Johnny Depp killed the cop with a shovel
Rated 02 Jun 2008
100
93rd
So so so good. Great twist. (:
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
88th
very good suspence/mystery movie. twist at the end was surprising, and also very odd, seeing as what comes of it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
27th
Secret Window had very good acting but a very mediocre story. For a psychological thriller, it just wasn't that thrilling. Ugh!
Rated 18 May 2007
15
2nd
Product placement everywhere... poor adaptation. Lame.
Rated 11 Jul 2008
38
10th
The bad guy in this is absolutely menacing as hell. A real bad-ass. Shame the movie sucks.
Rated 30 Aug 2007
80
49th
Johnny Depp is creepy as hell in this wonderful adaptation of A stephen king short story.
Rated 26 Aug 2009
60
38th
what a brand movie: nike, doritos,L&M, johnny depp. john turturro is the best
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
22nd
Good Depp role but movie similar to other movies.
Rated 08 Oct 2016
60
31st
Rated 06 Feb 2009
90
40th
Everyone keeps telling me to watch a JOHNNY DEPP movie, and so I watched my first one with him being an actor. I really like this acting abilites. His charecter was rather strange and biazare but hey that is Stephen King for us eh?
Rated 19 Nov 2011
95
66th
Excellent movie with wonderful character development. It will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat.
Rated 25 Feb 2007
35
7th
Gives itself away too early.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
40
11th
how often can Stephen King get away with basically the same plot device?
Rated 25 Mar 2010
59
34th
Captivating and thrilling most of the time. The ending just didn't sit well with me. Yeah, sure, good try at a twist, but...it just lost me there. I'm still a fan of Johnny Depp's acting.
Rated 31 Mar 2024
65
17th
Rated 27 Feb 2008
20
0th
i hated it
Rated 27 Mar 2024
70
10th
Rated 02 Jun 2008
67
64th
Johnny Depp in a surreal story based on a Steven King story. However, it could've been better. Not a bad film, though.
Rated 06 Dec 2009
23
9th
One can only marvel and wonder how good actors are talked into cliche ridden camp fests like these.
Rated 27 Apr 2007
65
20th
Predictable premise
Rated 30 Aug 2011
63
21st
Not expecting much, but I really enjoyed this film. Johnny Depp is brilliant and makes up for half the movie :) I enjoyed the twist also.
Rated 14 Nov 2015
80
55th
Surprisingly tense!
Rated 12 Nov 2007
100
87th
Outrageous the most most impressive, horrific, and nerve-racking adaptation of a Stephen King novella ever to have been brought the big screen. Johnny Depp continues to impress
Rated 24 Feb 2007
78
53rd
A horror movie about a man going crazy in his own home. Had it not tried to stay within the boundaries of a PG 13 movie to make money, it may have been a scarier movie, because the potential was there and Depp performs perfectly.
Rated 22 Aug 2010
46
61st
#00s(m)#, story, J Depp!, Maria B.
Rated 19 Jul 2009
60
6th
It was all just too dumb. Didnt watch it all, so missed 'twist' ending -- although I can guess!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
25
16th
Maybe I shouldn't have read the short story first, but the movie just did nothing for me. It would be good for those not familiar with what is going to happen, I suppose. Then again, it may just be that bad.
Rated 22 May 2012
75
2nd
Disappointing!
Rated 21 Sep 2007
52
12th
Guessed it in the first 20 minutes.
Rated 04 Aug 2017
67
69th
Well made flick with some interesting takes on the mind of a writer. Depp does a really good job with the material, it's just the story is a little dry (unless you're a professional writer).
Rated 10 Jun 2009
34
15th
I don't like Depp in this one - why he always plays with mouth open (?) Predictable with bad ending. Sorry Geronimo.
Rated 14 Jun 2014
75
45th
Johnny Depp really wowed me with his acting abilities in this movie. Dark. Great movie
Rated 26 Jan 2017
13
64th
Surely dull, but Depp acts the pants off a movie that is essentially just him alone on screen for two hours.
Rated 04 May 2008
50
17th
This one missed me, again, I am not really into thriller movies, I have always liked Johnny Depp, but this one just wasn't for me. I was anxious and uncomfortable through out the movie. Now if that is what you are needing, then maybe you will love this. have fun!
Rated 21 Mar 2007
44
13th
Johnny Depp does what he can to elevate this already dead-in-the-water thriller.
Rated 28 Mar 2024
60
12th
Rated 22 Jan 2012
50
30th
Cliche: The Movie
Rated 15 Jun 2013
3
73rd
Partial
Rated 15 May 2007
17
14th
Talk about boring, just couldn't get into this film at all. Then just as it gets moving a little the ending lets it down further. Not what I expected for a film with King for a writer.
Rated 13 Dec 2006
66
37th
Predictable
Rated 23 Feb 2010
80
69th
good suspense movie with Johny depp's really good acting...
Rated 20 Sep 2010
70
8th
not great.
Rated 28 Jul 2008
80
70th
Strong and sometimes surrealist performance from Depp. Great flick.
Rated 08 Jul 2010
70
37th
Not great and but not totally crap either.
Rated 26 May 2011
57
9th
Secret Window is sort of an odd duck. It's suspenseful a handful of times, divorce drama most of the time, and given a fairly predictable ending that sucks balls. Depp is what makes it so watchable. I enjoyed his naturalism. And hair. And glasses. Hmm. Yeah. Yeah, that ending sucked balls.
Rated 01 Apr 2007
40
23rd
Yet another screwup of a good Stephen King story
Rated 13 Mar 2011
10
10th
Enough with the 'sixth sense' twists already. Johnny Depp yawn.
Rated 25 Apr 2007
48
10th
This movie totally lost me after the unbelievable Big Twist, but I enjoyed most everything up to that point.
Rated 19 Jun 2011
36
27th
Johnny Depp seems to have some acting ability, but god, does he have terrible taste in movie projects. A Stephen King story??? The only thing a reasonably intelligent person can ask is "why?"
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
51st
Kind of predictable but Depp makes it fun.
Rated 10 Feb 2015
75
63rd
Oh, I miss this Johnny Depp so much.
Rated 28 Jul 2008
85
57th
One of the best King book turned movie. Dark and just slightly disturbing and a fairly good mystery.
Rated 30 May 2009
25
5th
Awful
Rated 25 Jan 2009
70
25th
READ THE BOOK, DON'T BE LAZY!
Rated 09 Sep 2009
90
54th
Good thriller, the story is well played by Depp. The character development is really good, bit by bit the character reveals its personality.
Rated 02 Sep 2010
70
44th
This film adaptation had potential, unfortunately "had" is the key word. By the end of it you are left a little unsatisfied by the whole handling of the story. However, there is still enough of King's writing coming through it and Depp does a decent job. Put it in the maybe pile.
Rated 21 Aug 2007
40
41st
Crap movie, but Johnny Depp's great.

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