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The Confession

The Confession

Crime · Drama · 2011

A unique story of redemption and an exploration of good and evil featuring a hit man and a priest.

Movie details

The Confession

2011 Crime · Drama 1h 3m

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TMDB

6.6 / 10

Community rating

A unique story of redemption and an exploration of good and evil featuring a hit man and a priest.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

Who fights over The Confession?

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Brad Mirman

Written by

Brad Mirman

John Hurt

John Hurt

Priest

Kiefer Sutherland

Kiefer Sutherland

The Confessor

Max Casella

Max Casella

Eddie

Michael Badalucco

Michael Badalucco

Arty

Daniel London

Daniel London

Jimmy

Court is in session

Put The Confession on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Auteur Devotee

“Form is the argument.”

Every composed frame and deliberate cut is evidence that control can be thrilling in its own right.

The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist

“Technique in search of a pulse.”

Immaculate construction is still construction. The film may be too busy proving its craft to feel alive.