Absolution
PG-13

Absolution

The future of the Earth relies on a chosen few.

1997 • 95 min • Science Fiction

Synopsis

Decades after a meteorite destroys much of life on Earth, young survivor Ryan Murphy travels to a military base as a new recruit. However, Murphy is really an agent investigating strange occurrences at the base, which is ruled by the unforgiving Sgt. Bradley. As Murphy trains with his fellow recruits and secretly looks into the disappearance of a friend, he uncovers a shocking secret that may change the fate of humankind.

Our family guide

Best from age 13
29
Movie Knight Score
20 reviews
  • 29 Audience · 20 · 100%

Decades after a meteorite disaster, a new recruit at a military base investigates strange occurrences and a friend's disappearance. He uncovers a shocking secret that could change humanity's fate.

Violence & peril
5/10
Language
3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
1/10
Romance & sensuality
2/10
Scary moments
4/10

Heads up

  • Some intense sci-fi action
  • Explorations of human nature
  • Moments of suspense

What it models well

  • Courage in the face of danger
  • Seeking the truth
  • Protecting humanity

Talk about it after

  • The impact of natural disasters
  • Trusting your instincts
  • Responsibility to others

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Top billed cast

Director: David DeCoteau • Crew: Chris Chaffin

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Details

TMDB audience
2.9/10 (20)
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Budget
$1,700,000

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