The Forgiven

Film - 2018

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The Forgiven it's a movie with Forest Whitaker, Eric Bana, Jeff Gum, Debbie Sherman, Terry Norton Full cast. Directed by Roland Joffé. Original title The Forgiven, runtime 115 minutes. Genre Thriller.

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Giubertoni Michele

seen on 25 06 2023 on Chili with the Free advertising that struggles.."The Forgiven" is an intense and reflective psychological drama set in South Africa in the post-apartheid period. The film follows the story of the famous Archbishop Desmond Tutu, played by Forest Whitaker, who finds himself facing a dark chapter in the country's past. The plot revolves around the meeting between Tutu and Piet Blomfeld, a former war assassin and Nazi criminal played by Eric Bana. As Tutu tries to bring truth and reconciliation to a nation torn apart by violence and injustice, he is drawn into a direct confrontation with Blomfeld. This leads to an interesting dynamic between the two characters, with Tutu trying to discover the reasons for the terrible crimes committed by Blomfeld and whether it is possible to forgive and heal. The film explores deep and complex themes such as guilt, redemption, responsibility and the very nature of forgiveness. Forest Whitaker's performance as Desmond Tutu is notable, with the actor conveying the character's internal struggle as he tries to balance his faith, his humanity and his determination to seek justice. Eric Bana gives an equally impressive performance as by Piet Blomfeld, embodying its darkness and ambiguity with great intensity. The chemistry between the two actors creates palpable tension on screen, as they confront their personal truths and search for common ground. Roland Joffé's direction is visually engaging, with cinematography that captures the beauty and brutality of the South African landscape. However, some critics have noted that the film suffers from a fragmented narrative and a slow pace, which may make it a bit overwhelming for some viewers. Overall, "The Forgiven" is a film that deals with deep and complex themes, putting highlight the struggle between revenge and the human capacity for Read all

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After the end of Apartheid, Archbishop Desmond Tutu meets with a brutal murderer seeking redemption.