Absolution

Absolution is a poignant drama about Thug, a former boxer turned enforcer for a Boston crime boss. For over three decades, Thug has been collecting debts for his boss, but a doctor’s visit reveals that he is suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain condition linked to his violent past. Faced with memory loss and the realization that his time is limited, Thug attempts to reconnect with his estranged children, particularly his daughter Daisy, a young, single mother who is reluctant to reestablish a relationship with him due to his absence from her life.

This emotional journey explores themes of redemption, the impact of violence on personal relationships, and the effects of long-term trauma. Thug’s struggle to make amends with his family while dealing with the consequences of his past provides the core of the narrative. Daisy’s hesitance to forgive him adds emotional tension, as she grapples with her own life challenges while trying to protect her family from the past Thug left behind.

The film delves into the complexity of father-daughter relationships, especially when one party has been absent for so long, and it asks whether it’s ever too late to seek forgiveness or make amends.

4o mini