
Five Minutes of Heaven
To face the future, they must face the past.
Directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel
A tense, introspective drama about two men confronting the violence and loss that binds them across decades of Northern Irish conflict.
The story of former Ulster Volunteer Force member Alistair Little. Twenty-five years after Little killed Joe Griffin's brother, the media arrange an auspicious meeting between the two.
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Is Five Minutes of Heaven sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is Five Minutes of Heaven violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is Five Minutes of Heaven scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is Five Minutes of Heaven easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Does Five Minutes of Heaven end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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