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Theatrical Trailer
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The Most Valuable Thing
When Robbie Turner (James McAvoy) accidentally breaks a vase, Celicia (Keira Knightley) jumps into the water to retrieve a piece of it.
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Before I Did
Briony Tallis (Romola Garai) explains the story she wrote.
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Atonement Ratings
- User Rating: B
- Critic Rating: B+
About the Movie
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 DescriptionCast & Crew
- Starring: James McAvoy, Keira Knightley, Saoirse Ronan, Brenda Blethyn, Vanessa Redgrave
- Directed by: Joe Wright
- Produced by: Liza Chasin, Debra Hayward, Richard Eyre
Critic Reviews of "Atonement"
Average Rating: B+-
"The first hour, especially, is a stunning display of moviemaking and emotional gamesmanship in close quarters." Ty Burr, Boston Globe
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"The structure of the McEwan novel and this film directed by Joe Wright is relentless." Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
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"McAvoy, Knightley and newcomer Ronan are all superb..." Matt Pais, Chicago Tribune
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