
Confessions
Her pupils murdered her daughter. She will have her revenge.
Directed by Tetsuya Nakashima
Produced by Hakuhodo DY Media Partners, Licri
A dark, psychologically intricate revenge thriller that explores grief, moral corruption, and the blurred line between victim and perpetrator through a mother's calculated vengeance.
Devastated at the death of her four-year-old daughter, a grieving middle school teacher is horrified to discover that her students aren't as innocent as she thinks.
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Where to watch
Not available in United States — it streams in other countries.
Questions people ask
Is Confessions sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.
Is Confessions scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 94% of films.
Is Confessions easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Does Confessions end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is Confessions violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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