Confess (2005)

A political thriller that charts the exploits of disillusioned ex-hacker Terell Lessor. A return to New York, coupled with a humiliating attempt at getting a new job, serves as the catalyst... See full summary »

Director:

Stefan C. Schaefer

Writer:

Stefan C. Schaefer

Stars:

Eugene Byrd, Ali Larter, Melissa Leo

2 wins & 1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Eugene Byrd	...	Terell Lessor
Ali Larter	...	Olivia Averill
Melissa Leo	...	Agnes Lessor
Glenn Fitzgerald	...	Greg Lanser
William Sadler	...	Senator Roger Lampert
Paul Butler	...	FBI Agent Davis
David Harbour	...	FBI Agent McAllister
Josh Pais	...	Allen Kelner
Ross Gibby	...	Richard Heston
Johnny Pruitt	...	Convex
Gabriel Millman	...	Wiley
Stephen Peabody	...	Professor Hughes
Eisa Davis	...	Glyness Bennet
Kimber Riddle	...	Trophy Wife
Miles Purinton	...	ADHD Kid

Storyline

A political thriller that charts the exploits of disillusioned ex-hacker Terell Lessor. A return to New York, coupled with a humiliating attempt at getting a new job, serves as the catalyst for him to take action against those who slighted him in the past. Employing strategically placed spy-cams, and operating in tandem with backer, strategist and lover Olivia, he captures compromising footage and broadcasts the edited clips via a newly-minted website. Recognizing the power of their model, the two begin to target CEOs, politicians, those who represent the worst of the establishment. Soon Terell's every move is front-page news, law enforcement is after him, and copy-catters are taking his abduction-and-confession model to extremes he never imagined. With these forces colliding, Terell has to decide whether his actions are sustainable - a decision that will compromise his agenda, his first taste of romance, and his physical wellbeing.

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Plot Keywords:

political thriller | revenge | interracial relationship | paranoia | blackmail | 

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Genres:

Thriller | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language, some sexuality and brief violence

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 October 2005 (USA)

Also Known As:

Omologia

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Centrifugal Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

89 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

User Reviews

Right on the money

Hey, changing the world is no easy trick. The little guy get's stepped on all the time. And even when someone tries to do something to shake up the establishment, things can so easily go wrong. And of course, nobody's perfect; not even the little guy. This movie says it all. Great concept. Great script. Great acting. What's not to like?

Eugene Byrd has been around for a long time (Sesame Street) but hasn't ever been given a chance to really carry a film. He does it here, demonstrating again he has serious acting chops.

Ali Larter (HEROES) is now a big star, but the fact that she does smaller projects like this - ones where she isn't getting paid millions

• shows she's interested in expanding her horizons beyond only being

the attractive blonde.

I hear the DVDs coming out in August. See it!