Journey Into a Secret Life (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1983, Journey Into a Secret Life is a drama film directed by Hans Neuenfels, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. An imaginary biography of Jean Genet, poet and high priest of evil. "Revolt is something I allow myself", said Jean Genet in 1975. Born in Paris in 1910, raised and humiliated in an approved school, a pederast and thief who has been to prison 14 times and expelled from five European countries. His novels are ballads of poisonous beauty, his plays are murky rituals of oppression where each person acts out the role imposed upon him by the others.
Who’s in it. Journey Into a Secret Life stars Stefan Wieland, Carlo Rola, Mark Gläser and Hajo Zörner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Journey Into a Secret Life has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Journey Into a Secret Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Journey Into a Secret Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Journey Into a Secret Life (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Journey Into a Secret Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Journey Into a Secret Life worth watching?
- Journey Into a Secret Life holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Journey Into a Secret Life?
- Journey Into a Secret Life stars Stefan Wieland, Carlo Rola, Mark Gläser, Hajo Zörner and Roland Schmid.
- When was Journey Into a Secret Life released?
- Journey Into a Secret Life was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.