Absolution

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.

Tagline

“One man, two boys... one deadly game.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Director

Anthony Page

Original Language

EN

What is Absolution about?

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.

Who directed Absolution?

Absolution was directed by Anthony Page.

When was Absolution released?

Absolution was released on June 5, 1978.

How long is Absolution?

Absolution has a runtime of 1h 35m.

Where can I track Absolution?

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