Absolution
One man, two boys... one deadly game.
At a Catholic boys' school, domineering disciplinarian Father Goddard rules over his pupils with an iron hand. When one of his teenage charges confesses to murder, the dogmatic but deeply repressed Goddard finds his faith challenged and his life spiralling dangerously out of control.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Absolution
- Genres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery
- Release Date: 1978-06-05
- Runtime: 95 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (40 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Bulldog, Enterprise Pictures, Trans World Entertainment
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.9454
- Languages: English, Kongo, Latin
Cast & Crew
Richard Burton
as Father Goddard
Dominic Guard
as Benjamin 'Benjie' Stanfield
David Bradley
as Arthur Dyson
Billy Connolly
as Blakey
Andrew Keir
as Headmaster
Willoughby Gray
as Brigadier Walsh
Preston Lockwood
as Father Hibbert
James Ottaway
as Father Matthews
Brook Williams
as Father Clarence
Robin Soans
as Father Henryson
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absolution?▼
Absolution is a Drama, Thriller, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1978-06-05.
Who are the main actors in Absolution?▼
The main cast includes Richard Burton, Dominic Guard, David Bradley, Billy Connolly, Andrew Keir, .
Where can I watch Absolution online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Absolution is available.
Is Absolution based on a true story?▼
One man, two boys... one deadly game.
What is the IMDb rating of Absolution?▼
Absolution has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 40 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Absolution?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Absolution?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Bulldog, Enterprise Pictures, Trans World Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Absolution filmed?▼
Absolution was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Absolution?▼
The total runtime of Absolution is 95 minutes.
Is Absolution suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Absolution?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Absolution.
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