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Deep Dive: The Secret (2006)

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The Secret
The Secret is a 2006 Australian-American pseudo-documentary that presents the concept of the 'law of attraction.' It features a series of interviews aimed at demonstrating how positive thinking and belief in desired outcomes can attract those outcomes into one's life. The film suggests that individuals can influence their experiences and interactions through their thoughts and emotions, positing that this principle has been historically concealed by those in power. The film draws on the New Thought movement, which began in the late 18th century, citing works such as Wallace Wattles' 'The Science of Getting Rich' and William Walker Atkinson's 'Thought Vibration or the Law of Attraction in the Thought World.' Executive producer Rhonda Byrne and her team conducted extensive research, claiming to have read numerous influential texts in a short period to support the film's premise.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Rhonda Byrne, the mind behind The Secret
  • •Find out how the law of attraction works
  • •See interviews with notable figures like Oprah Winfrey

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Drew Heriot and produced by Rhonda Byrne.
•The Australian television premiere occurred on February 3, 2007.
•Plans for a sequel and a spin-off TV series were announced in 2007.
•The drama film 'The Secret: Dare to Dream' was released on July 31, 2020.

Perfect For

Self-help enthusiastsFans of New Thought philosophyViewers interested in spirituality