What We Do Is Secret
User Score
6.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 3 out of 11

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  1. CandaceT.
    Dec 29, 2008
    10
    this film stays so true to the story and really makes the audiance feel like they are apart of the circle too. Shane West does a hands down amazing job as Darby
  2. JesseE.
    Aug 7, 2008
    9
    I had a great time with this film! I thought the use of documentary / rockumentary style was effective and persuasive. This is a story that I'd never heard of prior to me seeing it, and I couldn't believe that it has had such an impact!? I thought the way in which the story was executed was particularly intriguing, because it was played up in certain moments and played down in others, but in an atypical and refreshing way. I love it when a film can introduce me into a different scene - would recommend!… Expand
  3. GP
    Aug 16, 2008
    8
    It's refreshing to see a movie that accurately depicts the punk scene. Also, Shane West's performance is superb!
  4. JW.W.
    Aug 17, 2008
    10
    I recommend the film for both nostalgic and young audiences alike to sneak a peek into the rise of hardcore punk in LA. "Fast forward 29 years. Crash, the infamous Germs singer, has been dead longer than he ever lived, but his mystique lives on in a new movie by Rodger Grossman" --Denise Hamilton
  5. MariaL.
    Aug 16, 2008
    10
    Awesome Movie!! Must See. I felt like I was there during the origins of punk rock!! Shane West is hot.

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Metascore
54 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Film Threat
    Reviewed by: Eric Campos
    80
    These actors and many more make What We Do Is Secret an absolute blast to watch and they do an undeniably perfect job of recreating this notorious scene.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Chris Morris
    70
    Ex-Germs infect biopic with punk authenticity
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  3. Variety
    Reviewed by: Phil Gallo
    80
    Actor Shane West and writer-director Rodger Grossman have a clear, unwavering perspective on Crash that should entice curiosity seekers and old punks.
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