Secret Life of Words (2005)
Release Year: 2005
Alternative Title: The Secret Life of Words, La vida secreta de las palabras, A Vida Secreta das Palavras, A szavak titkos élete, Das geheime Leben der Worte, I mystiki zoi ton lexeon, La vida secreta de les paraules, La vita segreta delle parole
Director: Isabel Coixet
Writer: Isabel Coixet
Summary
Directed by Isabel Coixet, 'Secret Life of Words' (2005) is a poignant drama centered around the relationship between Hannah, a nurse with a troubled past, and Josef, a burn victim. Set predominantly on an isolated oil platform, the film explores themes of loneliness, trauma, and redemption through human connection. Despite its sparse setting, the story packs emotional depth, driven by the performances of its two leads and their evolving dynamic.
