This is a really good movie, it's a weird love story...where both spader and maggie help each other in the end and find a more truthful love than most couples that exist today.
This is the only romantic film that I feel I'm able to relate to. As a sub who is in a total power exchange relationship, it's absolutely heart-warming to see a movie that shows D/s relationships in a positive, romantic light.
My only complaint about this movie - it was such an exceedingly difficult subject to pull off, that ... why the hell hasn't this director made many more movies since this one? His control of the subject matter, acting, tone, stylization, & pacing is superb - he puts 90% of the DGA to shame. He's taken an incendiary subject & actually made a insane yet entertaining film with likeable, sympathetic characters. What a talented guy - can't we blackmail this director into making more movies??
@cyberlarry7 He faithfully adapted the film from a short story. Not sure what the name of it is but it's mentioned in the DVD extras. And he probably would do it if he was given such good content again to work with.
If you think Secretary is a porno try actually watching that movie some time. It's a brilliant observation of how pain can bring healing as long as it’s applied by the right hand. It examines sadomasochism perfectly, without making it too pornographic or humourous & in essence is a rather romantic love story about two very odd people connecting. Brilliant film :)
You really don't even have to understand submissive and dominant relationships to love this movie. It really does a good job of explaining Maggie Gyllenhal's character and how she develops throughout the movie!
If you love BDSM and manga I can really recomend this manga. Which showes the excitement but also like in this movie the trust and love behind an SM relationship (just wanted to share)
I saw this last night at a Midnight showing at The Nuart here in LA. I just went in blind because I wanted to see a late night flick. I thought it was pretty good.
Possibly one of the greatest movies of our times about what is still essentially a very underground sexual movement. It's different but it's just so natural for some people that it's hard for this movie not to make you smile even if you have no interest in BDSM. The contrast between the sadness of Lee's mental state and the happiness she gains from being with Edward is sublime to watch.
thanks for posting the trailer! i love this movie so much... one of the few BDSM themed movies which portrays it as sweet and sexy, not weird or perverted.
@lilithgrrrl Because the people that do not understand it, fear it, or have some religious inflections toward it paint is as "weird" or "perverted," but there is truly A LOT of love, respect, trust and sweetness involved. I mean for some (like me) it's all a lead up to the after-play. For those not in the know, imagine a bit between orgasm, falling in love, and foreplay... and after-play is still infinity times better. ;-)
this is one of my all time faveorite movies, i can realate to Lee Holloway so much, the story is just Amazing and the way this film is directed couldnt be any more perfect =) xxx
This is a really good movie, it's a weird love story...where both spader and maggie help each other in the end and find a more truthful love than most couples that exist today.
Brodygo 9 months ago
James Spader is the sexiest man ever
redfrogs100 9 months ago
i want a dominent because im hot. and im submissive. but i will win if its something that makes sense. make sense? :)
dietpop1 9 months ago
We cant do this 24 hours a day 7 days a week
southerncajuncharm 10 months ago
Does ANYbody know the song at the end of this??? The one that sounds like a Bill Haley song? (Although it might not be?) I can't find it! Help!
megh723 10 months ago
This is the only romantic film that I feel I'm able to relate to. As a sub who is in a total power exchange relationship, it's absolutely heart-warming to see a movie that shows D/s relationships in a positive, romantic light.
UchihaWren 10 months ago 2
James spader.enough said.
Amandamoo73 10 months ago 2
It's interesting because the short story that this is based off of is much, much darker and more about rape than mutual affection.
peppermint23 11 months ago
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
BillyBoysing 1 year ago
My only complaint about this movie - it was such an exceedingly difficult subject to pull off, that ... why the hell hasn't this director made many more movies since this one? His control of the subject matter, acting, tone, stylization, & pacing is superb - he puts 90% of the DGA to shame. He's taken an incendiary subject & actually made a insane yet entertaining film with likeable, sympathetic characters. What a talented guy - can't we blackmail this director into making more movies??
cyberlarry7 1 year ago 13
@cyberlarry7 He faithfully adapted the film from a short story. Not sure what the name of it is but it's mentioned in the DVD extras. And he probably would do it if he was given such good content again to work with.
icarusthedefiant 1 year ago
james spader <3
emtakis 1 year ago 2
I found it hard to understand tbh, guess it's just because I'm not at all into all that s&m shizz
LauraIsobelx 1 year ago
what a weird ass movie....Im gonna watch it again because its awsome! rofl
thatoneirishkoreaguy 1 year ago
If you think Secretary is a porno try actually watching that movie some time. It's a brilliant observation of how pain can bring healing as long as it’s applied by the right hand. It examines sadomasochism perfectly, without making it too pornographic or humourous & in essence is a rather romantic love story about two very odd people connecting. Brilliant film :)
Browncoatt22 1 year ago 20
You really don't even have to understand submissive and dominant relationships to love this movie. It really does a good job of explaining Maggie Gyllenhal's character and how she develops throughout the movie!
MyCaliCat 1 year ago 4
im submissive :$
stephababe2007 1 year ago 7
lovely movie. has romance and a few turn-on scenes.
best part is that it gives hope to those of us into either D/s and/or S&M that we can find our match someday somehow.
<3
theofficialDESERAY 1 year ago 2
i like it.
DinoPandaBanana 1 year ago
weird sex scenes. did not get it?
akacpkiller21 1 year ago
Dreamed job.
noeliamejia 1 year ago
I love this movie. I'd wish I could find a dom like this, or hope he finds me.
MorriganMalfoy 1 year ago
This trailer does not do the movie justice, I think.
KayKay114 1 year ago 3
If you love BDSM and manga I can really recomend this manga. Which showes the excitement but also like in this movie the trust and love behind an SM relationship (just wanted to share)
alezmcc 1 year ago
@alezmcc Which manga is it?
boisrfrogs 1 year ago
@boisrfrogs ?manga?
frankie0girl9 1 year ago
@boisrfrogs @boisrfrogs God damn it must´ve forgotten to answer & put the name in! well its called "nana to kaoru"
alezmcc 1 year ago
My xbf (who wasnt 4me) not 2 long ago told me to watch this... I'm going to try to get it. Wow ;0 (i feel milky!lala dreamyyy and warrrm)
beneathesea 1 year ago
I want that secretary xD i'm fan # one of Maggie in Peru xD she's awesome
1987fernando1987 1 year ago
This movie is seriouslyfucked up, but it was good
MrVercettti 1 year ago
this movie is really good...not only for fetishists ;)))
different way to love
RicoCoracao2011 1 year ago 3
love this movie, awesome cast
S4Khanti 1 year ago
rofl... :)
StickyKeysRandom97 1 year ago
I saw this last night at a Midnight showing at The Nuart here in LA. I just went in blind because I wanted to see a late night flick. I thought it was pretty good.
Giantrobokc 1 year ago
The movie looks really different from the actual written story itself...
br00tald00dz 1 year ago
I want it. Going to the movie store.
ladybutterfly1981 1 year ago
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wtxgirl67 2 years ago
Possibly one of the greatest movies of our times about what is still essentially a very underground sexual movement. It's different but it's just so natural for some people that it's hard for this movie not to make you smile even if you have no interest in BDSM. The contrast between the sadness of Lee's mental state and the happiness she gains from being with Edward is sublime to watch.
Anime4All123 2 years ago 19
This movie is great for showing to dates.
deadjerusalem 2 years ago 13
Anybody know the last song used in the trailer?
starts around 1:43
DrP193 2 years ago 4
Some dominants and submissives go their whole lives without finding each other.
Its nice to see a film that shows that there is hope.
grendelrob244 2 years ago 170
@grendelrob244 Hope and James Spader, frankly.
Walls2008 1 year ago
@grendelrob244 I totally agree!
mchllwoods 1 year ago
charming and funny. i'm astonished that i actually enjoyed this film. i'm such a tool : (
TheDanseSociety 2 years ago 6
i'm astonished that i actually liked this movie. i'm such a tool.
TheDanseSociety 2 years ago
favourite film :)
its so different and so brilliant
NortonCapsuleson 2 years ago 9
thanks for posting the trailer! i love this movie so much... one of the few BDSM themed movies which portrays it as sweet and sexy, not weird or perverted.
lilithgrrrl 2 years ago 108
@lilithgrrrl Because the people that do not understand it, fear it, or have some religious inflections toward it paint is as "weird" or "perverted," but there is truly A LOT of love, respect, trust and sweetness involved. I mean for some (like me) it's all a lead up to the after-play. For those not in the know, imagine a bit between orgasm, falling in love, and foreplay... and after-play is still infinity times better. ;-)
magog1138 1 year ago 7
@magog1138 You speak as if you've been there. Bravo, love.
klickenpod 1 year ago
this is one of my all time faveorite movies, i can realate to Lee Holloway so much, the story is just Amazing and the way this film is directed couldnt be any more perfect =) xxx
tonimusher 2 years ago 8
Ive seen this once. I love the theme, its so daring and original, and reminds me of certain people ;) :$
Daisyxpie 2 years ago 2
"What about my behavior?"
"It's very bad."
XD
eljagg01 2 years ago 12
Maggie Gyllenhaal is super cute hottie - love the legs
hemek 2 years ago 7
James Spader was so sexy in this like all this other stuff before...
Roxydowie 2 years ago 11
just saw this movie!
i love its a good twisted romantic movie :)
bleachradio 2 years ago
So in conclusion of these comments: The actors are hot.
But what about the movie? You fucking tools.
Stealthsuit07 2 years ago
this movie is so fucking incredible. i think im in love with James Spader and Maggie Gyllenhaal all at once.
heartagram021 2 years ago 9
GREAT movie! :3
Maladuku 2 years ago 3
james spader è irresistibile
CretinaEntertainment 2 years ago 4
oh me too, me too!!! i want to see this film! gosh i hope its available here in the philippines!! i just love james spader!!!!
kenblarney 2 years ago
I HAVE to see this film
Clairemci 2 years ago 4
one of my top 10 favourite movies... love it!
Ddog666 3 years ago 11
omg yes this was the hottest movie bought it last night LOVE IT
DoctorJonathanCrane 3 years ago 8