The Flower of My Secret

The Flower of My Secret

Every woman has a secret...

Directed by Pedro Almodóvar

Produced by El Deseo, CiBy 2000

1995106 min6.8 / 10

A melancholic, introspective drama about a middle-aged woman reassessing her creative identity and emotional life through an unexpected romantic connection.

Middle-aged romance author Leo writes under a pseudonym, since she despises her own work. At home, her husband, who works overseas, is distant both physically and emotionally. As she reevaluates her life and writing, Leo is led to an unexpected relationship with Ángel, a sensitive newspaper editor.

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  • Is The Flower of My Secret sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.

  • Is The Flower of My Secret violent? Not especially. Less violent than 74% of films.

  • Is The Flower of My Secret scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is The Flower of My Secret easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.

  • Does The Flower of My Secret end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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