Fresh
This disturbing but important documentary about a shadow world inside of Hollywood confronts tough issues with bravery and information.
Joe Neumaier, New York Daily News
An Open Secret
Be courageous. Report it. Life gets better.
2014 · 1h 39m · PG-13
Crime, Documentary
Directed by
Amy J. Berg
Overview
An investigation into accusations of teenagers being sexually abused within the film industry.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
93%
Tomatometer
Fresh
You may miss a few moments of "An Open Secret," either while looking away during its unsettling stories or closing your eyes in frustration. This potent documentary elicits those kinds of reactions.
Ken Jaworowski, New York Times
Fresh
Berg has proven that there's a circle of powerful creeps, doing the things powerful creeps do, but not that the blame for this goes straight to the top.
Alan Scherstuhl, Village Voice
Fresh
Berg's most shocking moment comes late in the film, when a veteran child-talent agent is himself accused of abuse on camera, and doesn't deny it.
Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times
Rotten
Such an important subject deserves a serious, thoughtful film. Instead, it got Berg, who's prone to all manner of cheesy manipulation.
Mike D'Angelo, AV Club
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