Atonement
User Score
7.4 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 336 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 256 out of 336
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 336
  3. Negative: 49 out of 336

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  1. ns0l
    Mar 10, 2013
    7
    I used to prefer reading novels on watching movies because i found them much enjoyable so much so that I fall in love with. They let me enter the beautiful fantasy world. This movie really gives me the impression that I'm reading an endless fabulous romance story that I can't stop reading it. Unfortunately the story ends tragically. But it will remain one of the memorable books I've read.
  2. csw12
    Mar 16, 2013
    2
    Atonement is a slow, boring and un-compelling film with not a single character that was remotely interesting. Nothing came to life and that's mainly to blame from poor storytelling.
  3. Trev29
    Mar 31, 2012
    9
    Powerful storytelling. The way the movie unfolds with all of its hidden secrets and betrayals is great. A very moving picture with scenes so effortlessly done. It isn't a joyous film, but one with great performances, art direction, and a surprising ending.
  4. Jailhouse_McGee
    Oct 12, 2012
    9
    This is a very good blend of acting, visuals, music and storytelling. It will leave you with some great pictures in your mind... Just falls a little, little bit short because of some parts that are stretched a bit to long for my taste.
  5. TheWalrus2000
    Mar 12, 2013
    8
    An extremely eye-catching film and above all the best film Joe Wright has ever done, Atonement's mystery and strong drama can make it both an extremely good film and at the same time an unbearable film to watch.
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Metascore
85 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 36 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 33 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 36
  3. Negative: 0 out of 36
  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Mick LaSalle
    100
    An unforgettable examination of a host of dark impulses.
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  2. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Ray Bennett
    90
    With compelling and charismatic performances by Keira Knightley and James McAvoy as the lovers, and a stunning contribution from Romola Garai as their remorseful nemesis, the film goes directly to "The English Patient" territory and might also expect rapturous audiences and major awards.
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  3. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Ty Burr
    75
    The movie never goes as deep as the novel (no movie could), but it's a worthy approximation: a Merchant-Ivory movie that turns in on itself with a lucid and painful sigh.
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