Absolution
Forgiveness tells the story of an aging gangster who once worked as muscle for a Boston crime boss and was a former boxer. A medical diagnosis changes this tough man's life, and he decides to correct his past mistakes and mend his relationships with his family. However, his rapidly deteriorating memory complicates this process. His effort to reconnect with his children, whom he had been separated from for many years, tugs at the viewer’s heartstrings. The viewer witnesses this old man's efforts to escape from the ghosts of the past and leave a positive legacy for his grandson.
The film's dramatic tone, particularly focusing on family ties and personal salvation, leaves a powerful impact on viewers. This complex and poignant story could bring tears to the viewer's eyes in no time.
Forgiveness was shot in Boston, the heart of America. The film perfectly reflects the dark and gloomy atmosphere of this historic city.