A Secret World

A Secret World

2012 · 87 min · ★ 4.3 · Drama

A poetic, tender road movie, A Secret World follows tormented teenager Maria as she makes her way through Mexico seeking her place in life. The film focuses on the pleasant beauty of the landscape and the eccentric, endearing personality of Maria as she comes into her own. Gorgeously filmed, this lyrical coming-of-age story doubles as a wistful hymn to a young woman’s self-discovery.

Directed by Gabriel Mariño · Written by Gabriel Mariño

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