
A Moment of Innocence
Directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf
Produced by Pakhshiran, mk2 Films
A reflective, semi-autobiographical meditation on redemption and reconciliation, blending comedy and drama as a filmmaker revisits a violent act from his youth to seek forgiveness.
A semi-autobiographical account of an incident in Makhmalbaf's life when, as a 17-year-old, he stabbed a policeman at a protest rally. Two decades later, he tracks down the policeman he injured in an attempt to make amends.
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Questions people ask
Is A Moment of Innocence sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Does A Moment of Innocence end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is A Moment of Innocence easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is A Moment of Innocence scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is A Moment of Innocence violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like A Moment of Innocence
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as A Moment of Innocence
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Moment of Innocence, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Moment of Innocence, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Moment of Innocence, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



















































