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Atonement (2007) -- Keira Knightley talks about her character in the new film "Atonement," based on Ian McEwan's best-selling novel.
Atonement (2007) -- Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. Based on the British romance novel by Ian McEwan.

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7.9/10   67,667 votes
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Writers:
Ian McEwan (novel)
Christopher Hampton (screenplay)
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Release Date:
4 January 2008 (USA) more
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Tagline:
You can only imagine the truth. more
Plot:
Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. Based on the British romance novel by Ian McEwan. full summary | full synopsis
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Won Oscar. Another 23 wins & 67 nominations more
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Atonement - a feast for the eyes. more (507 total)

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Also Known As:
Reviens-moi (France)
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MPAA:
Rated R for disturbing war images, language and some sexuality.
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123 min
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1.85 : 1 more
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James McAvoy considered the script the best he had ever read. more
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Continuity: In the flashback at the fountain the large piece of vase disappears and reappears in Robbie's hand. more
Quotes:
[first lines]
Briony Tallis, aged 13: I finished my play.
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Movie Connections:
Referenced in The Big Fat Quiz of the Year (2007) (TV) more
Soundtrack:
Dear Lord and Father of Mankind more

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Was Robbie guilty of the rape of Lola?
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265 out of 374 people found the following comment useful.
Atonement - a feast for the eyes., 16 September 2007
10/10
Author: jayceetees from United Kingdom

My wife and I went to see the movie last night and were totally blown away by the whole experience. So brilliantly directed and acted. The movie time just flew by and we were drawn in and captivated by each dramatic moment. Never having read the book or been an expert on WW2, I had a truly open mind on what to expect and I'm not one of those who count every rivet or go looking for technical inaccuracies however small. This was truly a masterpiece of cinematography. We were treated to wonderful performances, lavish sets, shocking and thought-provoking moments and haunting themes. I had the privilege of being an extra in the Redcar, Dunkirk scene and once seen in its full glory and effect on the big screen I was simply in awe and glad to have been a part of it. Walking along Redcar beach from now on will never quite be the same again. I am quite sure that the movie will win a number of awards within the next 12 months, but that is not what really matters. Movies are there to entertain, tell a story and affect you emotionally and by God this did it in spades! If you have not seen it yet, you must!

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