Atonement (EOTWS)

End Of The Week Shorts #2 extract: Atonement (2007)

A mesmerising film with a great sense of character and tone. Moreover, something of a rare film; a costume picture which isn't stiff and boring. 

Atonement is a wondrous orchestration of drama, comedy and tragedy, which sweeps you away immediately with an intricate plot that perfectly manages many perspectives. Imbued with rich subtext, Wright uses every element of cinema, from cinematography to mise en scène to sound design, masterfully to craft a powerful story of regret and longing. Doing this whilst retaining the personality and flow of a novel through script work ultimately makes Atonement truly special and a must-see.