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**_Big city drama (with Tommy Lee Jones and Annette O'Toole) tackles the hard issues_**
In a dubious neighborhood in Manhattan, a Catholic priest (Jones) starts to question his occupation after talking with a dying man (David Strathairn)...
Broken Vows
1987Movie95 minEnglish
When Father Joseph Hennessey visits the home of one of his parishioners to offer last rights,he becomes embroiled in a plot which ultimately shakes his faith to its very foundation. Intrigued by the dying man's mention of "Nim," and fascinated by the man's saintly demeanor, Father Joseph's curiosity is redoubled when a beautiful young woman enters his church to question the young priest about the deceased man. Father Joseph and the woman, whom he discovers to be the "Nim" in question, embark upon an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Arthur Allan Seidelman•Genres: Drama, Thriller
Plot Summary
A respected district attorney is tormented by the past when a disturbing case comes across his desk, mirroring a crime he was involved in years ago. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy his career and his family. The film explores themes of guilt, justice, and the consequences of suppressed truths.
Critical Reception
Broken Vows received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its suspenseful narrative and Tommy Lee Jones's performance, while others found the plot predictable and overly melodramatic. Audience response was similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller elements and others feeling it failed to deliver a satisfying conclusion.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful build-up and strong lead performance.
- Criticized for a convoluted plot and a somewhat unsatisfying resolution.
- Seen as a decent, if not groundbreaking, made-for-television thriller.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a made-for-television movie, which might explain its somewhat contained scope and pacing.
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