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| ![Atonement [2007]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51bWJK24oML._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Joe Wright
Actors: Keira Knightley, Saoirse Ronan, James Mcavoy, Romola Garai, Vanessa Redgrave
Studio: Universal Pictures UK
Category: DVD
List Price: £19.99
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Rating:  187 reviews
Sales Rank: 126
Format: Pal
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 118
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.1
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 5050582532517
ASIN: B000YGHBWU
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: February 4, 2008
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Sufficiently heartbreaking in all the right places! February 21, 2008
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
First off, I'm one of those who like to read the book before seeing the film and with this it was no different - I loved the book (even if the beginning was quite slow moving) and with reading the book first comes a certain amount of expectations for the film and admittedly, it took me at least half hour into the film to get used to the very slight changes to the plot and missing sections from the book.
Unfortunately, after that half hour I became completely and utterly engrossed and enchanted with the film.
The director has stayed very close to the book and it really pays off - theres none of the Hollywood-ised, shallow dramatics - this is a story of pure tragic romance and penitence from the central character, Briony.
The acting from all the actors is superb (even Keira Knightley who I haven't ever really rated, but she shines here) and I think it will be hard for all of them to top.
The only major difference I could see was the ending and in my view I think it works particuarly better than if they had stuck to the original.
Overall this is a wonderfully made film and beautifully shot - and the ones who didn't like it obviously have no patience or appreciation for such a great, heart-rending piece of work.
But the question you should ask yourself at the end of the movie, is whether you think Briony really did atone for what she did in the summer of 1935?
My take, no she did not.
A perfect period piece - unmissable February 21, 2008
10 out of 17 found this review helpful
Barcode: 5050582532517
Everything about this film just feels so right - firstly, it just looks so damn good. You really get the feel of those halycon days of the early 20th century and even when those idylic countryside manor shots are contrasted against the brutality of war - shots of destroyed towns and desolate fields still look awesome.
The gorgeous Keira Knightly is perfect in her role, performing admirably right through the film from the pivotal sex scene in the library (something any guys watching the film will be VERY interested in) to the way her faith in Robbie remains firmly resolute through everything.
James McAvoy is equally effortless in the way he commands his role and the way he is wrongly accused for the crime and then later dies is just heartwrenchingly sad. You really feel for him.
But truly the star of the show is the character of Briony who although initially appears as a medlesome and naive child progresses into an intensely deep character - her thoughts and emotions sewing all the strands of the plot together. It is her story you follow and by the end you can not help but sit back and admire how she managed to perservere through it all.
The film has it all - the firt half taking on the air of hedonistic period drama, romance and touches of who-dunnit thriller before progressing into an intensly realistic portrayal of life in wartime. There's even quite a few 'war' scenes with Robbie that will please fan's of stuff like Saving Private Ryan' - the long take at the beaches of Dunkirk in particular is amazing. On the whole the film is perfection, which is a real surprise for me as i had no idea what to expect before i watched it. Highly rated indeed - you need to see this film!
Powerful story, beautifully filmed February 12, 2008
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
One of my favourite films of 2007, this made a great impact on me when I saw it in the cinema, and watching clips screened on TV since only reminds me of the many highlights that it features.
The storyline of the film is well-structured - based around a young girl's confused and spiteful reactions to her older sister's romance. Joe Wright as director subtly shifts styles, leading from the clipped and mannered 1930s through the upheavals of WW2, and on to the dramatic revelations in the sterile TV studio at the conclusion (delivered by the excellent Vanessa Redgrave).
This is one of those films that makes terrific use of the wide screen, nowhere more so than in the excellent recreation of the soldiers' views of the long wait for evacuation from Dunkirk.
Performances from the whole cast are very good, with James McAvoy in particular delivering what will hopefully be just one of many memorable roles to come.
Highly recommended!
Atonement February 26, 2008
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
This was in a book club I was in - I started reading it but found the material quite disturbing. I gave up on the book but decided to see the film. It had me on the edge of my seat with suspense and I thought is was beautifully filmed. It isn't a blockbuster but the acting is excellent. The story line is quite depressing but it makes you think. I highly recommend it.
absolutely breathtaking January 7, 2008
7 out of 12 found this review helpful
This film is just unbelievable. I have never been a fan of period drama, but as a very big fan of 1940's and 50's look and image I gave this film a go.
I expected it to be boring at the very least as I had heard very few reviews of it, and what I had heard was very average in response. I watch up to 6 movies a week and it takes a lot to impress me, so I had no expectations.
Upon watching this film, you will feel a range of emotions from pity to anger and sadness to expectancy and warmth. Though there could do with a little more prologue to explain the situation prior, the main plot begins almost instantly as the film starts. I could not stop watching this film, and to date it is the only film EVER to have successfully made me cry like a baby! The impact of this film is so great and it leaves you wanting to see it all over again. Watch out for the scene with the French soldier.. impecable acting, both touching and leaving you wanting to scream advice and instruction at the characters onscreen!
Amazing. An ABSOLUTE must see.
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