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Forgiveness
2006·Movie
Forgiveness fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Scare6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis5
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Satire & Parody3
World
The mind, society, and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
HighTense and violent
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Forgiveness is tense and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumThe mind, society, and history
Its world is built around the mind, society, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
On April 9, 1948, a Jewish militia entered the Palestinian village of Deir Yassin and killed over 100 villagers. Soon after, a mental hospital was built on the ruins. The first patients to be committed were Holocaust survivors. A legend says that to this day, the survivors have been communicating with the ghosts of the village. Forgiveness tells the story of David Adler, a 20-year old American-Israeli who decides to move back to Israel, only to find himself committed to a mental institution that sits on the ruins of a Palestinian village called Deir Yassin. Flashbacks and flashforwards reveal the events that led up to his hospitalization.
Israeli-Palestinian ConflictMental InstitutionHolocaust SurvivorsHistorical TraumaPsychological ThrillerNon-linear NarrativeFlashbacksPolitical ThemesTragedy
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Is Forgiveness worth watching?
38
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 38/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Forgiveness rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.
How long is Forgiveness?
1 h 37 min
Forgiveness runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Forgiveness?
Critics39
Audiences65
Not quite. Audiences rate Forgiveness higher (65) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Forgiveness in?
EnglishArabicHebrew
It was made in English, with some Arabic, Hebrew. Produced in Israel, United States.