Great visuals, story delivers no surprises

Good concept, poorly executed.

I wanted to like it more than I actually did... But much of the humor totally escaped me and I walked out only mildly impressed.

Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

My dad gave me this movie years ago when I was a teenager and I decided to pull it back out and rewatch it. Although I do agree that the concepts presented in this movie are much more complex then depicted, this certainly does give you a very basic understanding of the Law of Attraction in layman's terms. For a better understanding on quantum physics and the Law of Attraction I prefer "What the bleep do we know?" as it goes into much more detail. I don't care for the continued focus on acquiring material and monetary gain as mentioned frequently throughout the movie. However, I believe this is just used for example to understand the concept.Ultimately, I believe that the concept that one is responsible for his or her own destiny is the hardest thing for most individuals to accept. This is evident through the large number of negative reviews. This requires a thought process that transcends the ego which is the real challenge to achieve. Our ego lends itself towards negativity and negative thinking which is readily apparent in this forum. Victimizing oneself, comparing ones circumstances to another, recalling previous tragedy/focusing on past circumstances, name-calling, envy, etc are just some of the presented arguments. The thought that individuals who are happy and successful in life obtained that by ideal life circumstances, instead of hard work and dedication is one example. The thought that happy, successful individuals have never experienced any hardships or tragedies in life is another. Once we are able to transcend those thoughts we are able to free ourselves from barriers we placed on our own minds.

Some reviewers tried to make a show out of their "knowledge" of psychology, but they totally missed the point of this film, and this concept, in doing so. Not to mention the fact that they are arrogant enough to think they know something no one else does- how energy and the universe work. I highly doubt anyone sitting around writing movie reviews on IMDb was given any sort of glimpse into the inner workings of the universe, so please ignore their cynicism. It does nothing to help and will only hinder those truly truly trying to better their lives.Saying that "positive thinking is good for starting a venue, but..." already sets you up to sound small-minded and cynical. There is absolutely nothing you can say to negate the fact that this practice of believing in yourself and using positive thinking to gain success has no down side whatsoever.Not to mention there are thousands of stories from people all over the world, including many multiple lottery winners (I believe one person had won over 10,000 dollars each win, of which they had 7 or 8), who use this strategy every day in their lives. I can say that I have used this process and have seen tremendous success with it myself.Bottom line, it works for those who believe it will work. If you are cynical and egotistical and wish to bring other people down to "reality" (which, by the way is only one person's reality and is usually built on negativity if this is their stance) by throwing out misunderstood psychological data and "big" words to make themselves seem too "educated" to believe such nonsense. The fact is that these people have almost certainly tried it themselves or they're scared of success, which is a common reason for people to knock this movie or this concept. This film gives a great baseline for which to build this practice into your life, although many are left with questions as to how to get around certain roadblocks and how to ask the "right way", etc. There are books out there that go into more depth as far as step-by-step descriptions. This is more of the jump start to inspire you and get you interested in practicing this way of life. I tell everyone I know to watch this film or read the book and start implementing this practice. There is absolutely no downside and you have everything to gain by doing it. There are no limitations and no reasons to put it off. It works,period. I don't know how, but I know that it does. Don't let those Negative Nancies we all know, who love to try to knock down the light they see in others, talk you into believing you are foolish to even contemplate this idea as being factual. Their opinions don't have to be true for you and they aren't based on facts any more than anyone else's opinions anyway. Give it your best shot and watch it change your life for the better!!

The Secret is dealing with a concept of the law of attraction which as a concept is really interesting and people who are interested in personal development or spiritual well being will find the concept interesting no matter what "coat" it is put in in the movie. The problem of the movie in my opinion is that it will just hardly reach and impact those you are not yet interested in these topics. It's because it takes an approach and presentation style which more cynic people will hardly swallow and makes you feel you are watching a teleshopping rather than documentary. So if you want to listen about the law of attraction and you are willing to ignore the presentation style and mysterious scenes or if you actually enjoy the dramatic and mysterious approach you may find this movie valuable.

but fake. because it is one of temptation for a world searching its sense. because it is an exercise, not bad, to replace the faith with a kind of almighty yourself. sure, it is beautiful, wise and correct. the answer to every day problems/crisis/unhappiness is so easy ! but it remains a trap. nothing more. because all fairy tale atmosphere is only form to ridiculing real values. to create a fast food culture. to lie and transform the people in new puppets. not, it is not a revelation. not, it is not expose of truth. it is only a discourse of falsehood. nothing more. a scientist mask to remove values and transform life in a joke. an error. and, in same measure, an answer. to fear, to need of consolation, to hurry angry. nothing else.