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In 1935, 13-year-old fledgling writer Briony Tallis (Saoirse Ronan) and her family live a life of wealth and privilege in their enormous mansion. On the warmest day of the year, the country estate takes on an unsettling hothouse atmosphere, stoking Briony's vivid imagination. Robbie Turner (James McAvoy), the educated son of the family's housekeeper, carries a torch for Briony's headstrong older sister... See Full Description
| Genres: |
Drama, Romance, Adaptation, Teen and War |
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| Running Time: |
2 hrs. 2 min. |
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| Release Date: |
December 7th, 2007 (limited) |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for disturbing war images, language and some sexuality. |
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| Distributors: |
Focus Features
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$50,921,738 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
B+
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Boston Globe, Ty Burr
"The first hour, especially, is a stunning display of moviemaking and emotional gamesmanship in close quarters." more...
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B |
Chicago Sun-Times, Roger Ebert
"The structure of the McEwan novel and this film directed by Joe Wright is relentless." more...
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A |
Chicago Tribune, Matt Pais
"McAvoy, Knightley and newcomer Ronan are all superb..." more...
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B |
E! Online, Matt Stevens
"Love is a battlefield, but this gorgeous tragedy proves victorious." more...
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A- |
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