Levity
Levity

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Levity

2003
Movie
100 min
English

Manuel Jordan is a man who is free after serving 23 years for killing a teenager during an attempted robbery. After nearly two decades of staring at his victim's face on a newspaper clipping in his cell, the newly paroled man seeks redemption. Instead, redemption—in the form of a mysterious minister and two needy women— finds him.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users66%
Director: Ed SolomonGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A parole officer encounters a man whose life was irrevocably changed by a tragic accident he caused as a young boy. The parole officer, grappling with his own past regrets, finds himself drawn into the life of the convicted man, exploring themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the lasting impact of one's actions. As they navigate their complex relationship, both men confront their personal demons and search for a path towards healing.

Critical Reception

Levity received mixed reviews from critics. While the performances, particularly from Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins, were generally praised for their depth and nuance, the film's pacing and the handling of its sensitive subject matter were points of contention for some reviewers. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the film's emotional exploration and others finding it heavy-handed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Performances by Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins are lauded for their emotional weight.

  • The film's exploration of redemption and forgiveness is thoughtful but occasionally uneven.

  • Some critics found the pacing too slow and the narrative somewhat predictable.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent drama with strong performances, appreciating its focus on profound themes. However, some viewers felt the movie could have been more impactful or emotionally engaging, with a few finding it a bit slow or lacking a strong narrative drive.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Levity,' is ironic, as the movie deals with very heavy and serious themes of guilt, redemption, and tragedy.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

***Meditation on the nature of guilt and redemption with Billy Bob Thornton and Morgan Freeman*** Released in 2003 and written/directed by Ed Solomon, “Levity” concerns a man in the Great Lakes region (Billy Bob Thornton) who’s released ...