An English-language remake of Juan José Campanella's, I think superior Argentinian thriller. The film is intense in its attempts to marry the personal and the political, and not only does it have an amazing cast, but the director knows how to use them effectively. Each one of them brings credibility to their characters. But it's Julia Roberts who owns the movie, as the grieving Jess. Overall, this remake fails to add something new to a film that did't even need a remake to begin with. It never quite captures the intensity of the film it is based upon, making it a common thriller. Sometimes you even think that you are watching an episode of "Law & Order.
Review of Secret in Their Eyes
