# The Confession (2011)

> On Christmas Eve, a professional killer seeks spiritual absolution from a priest while memories of violence expose the cost of his attempted redemption.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/66857

## Facts

- Runtime: 63 min
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Director: Brad Mirman
- Cast: John Hurt, Kiefer Sutherland, Max Casella, Michael Badalucco, Daniel London
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1809362/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: serious, remorseful, suspenseful, late night viewing, christmas eve viewing

## Synopsis

A hitman seeks redemption on Christmas Eve, confronting his past in a church confessional.

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