
Release Date
September 20, 2002 (Limited)
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Running Time
104 minutes
MPAA Rating
Rated R for strong sexuality, some nudity, depiction of behavioral disorders, and language
A woman recently released from a mental hospital is hired as a secretary by a man known for his harsh disapproval of the most insignificant of things, but because of their problems, they form a sadomasochism relationship. ... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
While her brother Jake is building quite an impressive career for himself, Maggie Gyllenhaal is stepping quietly through the back door, choosing a similar path of stranger, darker films. In Secretary, she stars as a young, recently-released mental patient who becomes involved in a sadomasochism relationship with her commanding boss (James Spader). Full movie review »