Movie

Our Fathers

2005 · 130 min

A somber, methodical drama that plays like a quiet investigation, leaving you with a lingering sense of injustice and resolve.

Overview: In the '80s, priests and especially the Father Geoghan arrested for sexual abuse of minors. Cardinal Law, also indicted, and the diocese was aware of the actions of these men of the church and was kept secret for years, until the victims decide to seek redress.
How it feels: Melancholic, tense, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Corruption, power, crime, faith
Content: Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: corruption
power
crime
faith
justice
Places: big city
workplace
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: true story
ensemble
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex mild