The Penitent Man

A somber, talky drama that slowly reveals a speculative warning, asking you to ponder fate and consequence.

Directed by

Nicholas Gyeney

Genres

Drama, Science fiction

Starring

Lance Henriksen, Andrew Keegan, Lathrop Walker

Tagline

He knlows the secret.

Overview

The Penitent Man tells the story of psychologist Dr. Jason Pyatt, a man devoted to his work - a man torn from his family. With his struggling marriage and mounting bills, Jason is at a crossroads with the life he has chosen and the life he could have. When one of his clients - the mysterious Mr. Darnell - walks into his office and paints him a repentant tale of future economic and moral collapse, Jason's eyes are forever opened. With the help of his best friend Ovid, he embarks on a personal mission to change the course of his future, and possibly the world, forever.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and tense. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Fate, redemption, family, morality

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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