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Every woman has a secret... - The Flower of My Secret
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Title: The Flower of My Secret

Release Date: 22 Sep 1995

Runtime: 1h 43m

Genre: Drama, Romance

Director: El Deseo, CiBy 2000

Production Companies: El Deseo, CiBy 2000

Overview: Leo is a middle-aged writer of popular romantic novels who writes under a pseudonym, since she despises her own work. At home, her husband, who works overseas, is distant both physically and emotionally. As she reevaluates her life and writing, Leo is led to an unexpected relationship with Ángel, a sensitive newspaper editor.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.8 (230 votes)

Cast

  • Leo Macías: Marisa Paredes
  • Ángel: Juan Echanove
  • Betty: Carme Elias
  • Rosa: Rossy de Palma
  • Madre de Leo: Chus Lampreave
  • Manuela: Kiti Mánver
  • Antonio: Joaquín Cortés
  • Blanca: Manuela Vargas
  • Paco: Imanol Arias
  • Alicia: Gloria Muñoz
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