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The Secret Path

1999·Movie
1h 38min
76
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A touch of humor.

Energy

Violent

  • Violence7
  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

14-year-old Jo Ann Foley lives in squalor in a rural Southern community during World War II. Abused by her bootlegging grandfather Hank, Jo Ann has, like her mother Marie, been forced into a life of prostitution. Periodically escaping her miserable existence, Jo Ann finds comfort, security, and genuine love with a poor but proud African American couple: Honey and Too Tall.
Gritty Social DramaComing-of-Age StruggleSouthern GothicWWII HomefrontAbuse & ResilienceFound Family ThemesBleak but HopefulPoverty & Class IssuesCharacter-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Secret Path legally?

The Secret Path is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Secret Path worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Secret Path rated?

ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Secret Path?

1 h 38 min

The Secret Path runs 1 h 38 min.

What language is The Secret Path in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Secret Path?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Secret Path in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.