The Forgiven 2018
“Racist. Prisoner. Murderer. Child of God.”
What is The Forgiven?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Forgiven" (2018). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 9, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- South Africa, United Kingdom
- Studios
- Light and Dark Films, Jeff Rice Films, Lionsgate
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $42,213
- Genres
- Thriller, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Forgiven" (2018).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Forgiven.
Release Year: 2018 (US release: 03/09/2018) / 2017 (South African drama film).
Genre: Thriller, Drama.
Director: Roland Joffé.
Cast: Forest Whitaker, Eric Bana, Jeff Gum, Rob Gough.
Writer: Roland Joffé co-wrote the script with Michael Ashton.
Basis: Based on the play The Archbishop and the Antichrist by Michael Ashton.
Plot: After the end of Apartheid, Archbishop Desmond Tutu meets with a brutal murderer seeking redemption. The story involves Archbishop Desmond Tutu's search for answers.
Runtime: 1h 55m.
Rating: R.
Sentence 1 (No spoilers): The Forgiven is a drama and thriller film directed by Roland Joffé.
Sentence 2 (Details): Released in the United States on March
Should you watch it?
“Archbishop Desmond Tutu confronts a brutal murderer seeking redemption in post-Apartheid South Africa.”
- Features lead performances by Forest Whitaker and Eric Bana.
- Explores complex moral themes based on the play The Archbishop and the Antichrist.
- Directed by Roland Joffe, known for historical storytelling.
- The heavy thematic focus on redemption and historical trauma may feel intense or slow for some viewers.
Watch it if you appreciate character-driven dramas that examine the intersection of faith, justice, and historical reconciliation.
This film maintains a serious and contemplative tone with a deliberate pace, appropriate for mature audiences interested in historical drama.
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Where can I stream The Forgiven?
Streaming availability varies by region, so check local platforms such as Plex or other digital providers for current access.
Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching for those interested in historical dramas and strong performances by Forest Whitaker and Eric Bana.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and fifty-five minutes.
Is this a series or a standalone film?
The Forgiven is a standalone feature film.
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