Atonement
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Atonement

SPOILER: When Briony Tallis, 13 years old and an aspiring writer, sees her older sister Cecilia and Robbie Turner at the fountain in front of the fami...ly estate she misinterprets what is happening thus setting into motion a series of misunderstandings and a childish pique that will have lasting repercussions for all of them. Robbie is the son of a family servant toward whom the family has always been kind. They paid for his time at Cambridge and now he plans on going to medical school. After the fountain incident, Briony reads a letter intended for Cecilia and concludes that Robbie is a deviant. When her cousin Lola is raped, she tells the police that it was Robbie she saw committing the deed. Show More

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In the movie Atonement, aspiring writer Briony Tallis misinterprets a seemingly innocent encounter between her sister Cecilia and Robbie Turner, a family servant's son, at the family estate's fountain. This misunderstanding sets off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences.

Robbie, who the family has supported by funding his education at Cambridge, intends to become a doctor. However, Briony's skewed perception leads her to read a letter intended for Cecilia, further deepening her mistrust of Robbie.

Tragedy strikes when Briony's cousin, Lola, is raped. In a misguided attempt to seek justice, Briony tells the police that she witnessed Robbie committing the crime. This devastating accusation not only impacts Robbie's future but also tears apart the lives of all involved.

Atonement explores themes of forgiveness, guilt, and the power of storytelling. As the characters navigate the repercussions of Briony's actions, the movie delves into their individual journeys of redemption and atonement.

This captivating film keeps viewers engrossed as it unravels the tangled web of misunderstandings and misplaced blame. Through stunning performances and a thought-provoking narrative, Atonement highlights the ways in which our actions can have profound and lasting effects on the lives of others.

Atonement is a riveting drama that will leave audiences reflecting on the consequences of our choices and the power of forgiveness.

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Release Date:

11 Jan 2008

Writers:

Ian McEwan (novel), Christopher Hampton (screenplay)

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. Another 50 wins & 148 nominations.