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Sandra Bullock has incredible acting chops. She really knows how to draw out emotions from the viewer with her subtle facial nuisances and body language. She just doesn't read out lines from the script; She breaths life into them. She gives her characters dimension. Even though this is a television movie, this is one of her best acting roles. I lovely story of sacrifice and focusing on what is important to family. She is a strong person who stands tall despite condemnation from society's judgement.

'The Unforgivable' is a film that almost demands to be watched twice. When you watch it the first time through you can't help but see it in a certain light. But then a piece of information is revealed late in the piece that changes everything. When a film has a plot twist like this it can either help to improve or hurt the film. In this case it improved it immensely. It made an already strong film endlessly stronger. I really enjoyed this one.

Sandra Bullock in the lead role is incredible. She is a broken human being and I believed it from start to finish. Her support cast is also very strong. Much like in 'Doubt' Viola Davis is able to do so much with so little screen time. She's the one who can go toe to toe with Bullock's performance and when they are both on screen it is something special to behold.

Be warned, this is a pretty sombre watch. I don't think there was a single laugh attempted in the film. It's an emotional ride and one that will likely leave you thankful for the life you live. I highly recommend this one. 9/10.

I was emotionally invested in this film, which delivered in all the feels. The characters were incredibly well acted and with depth that drew you into the storyline. Well made and unexpected.

What annoys me the most on IMDb are the reviewers that rate movies the lowest possible. I get it that every now and then you stumble on a real stinker, I sure did, but to rate this one the lowest possible is just ridiculous. So that means this was the worst movie they watched in their life? Really? I guess those people must not watch a lot of movies then. Personally I watch on average two movies a day so without bragging I can say I watched thousands of movies in my life. The Unforgivable is certainly ranked in the better thousands, without question. Maybe the story unfolds a bit slow, and in my case was a bit predictable, but it still remains a good entertaining movie, with good actors, and a more than decent cinematography. The story is emotional, a good drama, with some crime elements that made it more than enjoyable to watch. It's certainly not a ten star movie but rating it the lowest is just too ridiculous for words. Those people should be banned from IMDb.

"The Unforgivable" is a story about moving forward, about learning to reassess judgments and misjudgements. Script and story are a remake of acclaimed three-part British miniseries "Unforgiving" from 2009. Produced by Sandra Bullock and music by Hans Zimmer. A cast to say WOW and a story that might be a remake but will never be boring. With fantastic acting from Vincent D'Onofrio (John Ingram), Rob Morgan (Vincent Cross), Sandra Bullock (Ruth), Viola Davis (Liz) and the always good Jon Bernthal (Blake). Jon Bernthal should have had more screen time but with a cast like this it would be difficult. The movie starts slow to have a very strong finish. The 112 minutes movie will be over before you know. And you will have loved everything, from the acting, the score / music by Hans Zimmer, the cinematography and the fact that you are watching a movie. A must see!

But that is not the question here is it? Because we are talking about a character ... also it is way more complex than that. Sometimes things are being done, that cannot be undone - and even when we think we know what went down, because we heard and kind of saw it ... there is more to the story. Not that it a big difference when it comes to guilt or who is responsible maybe ... but deeper cuts and all that.

Psychologically speaking, there is much to uncover here. And Sandra really is wonderful in that quite vulnerable role. Not sure if guns are a thing where you live, but there are arguments to be made here ... I know which ones I would make, but let's leave that aside for now.

Wonderful supporting cast and a touching story. I may have given it a star more than it would "normally" deserve, but that is me being me ... can't help myself ... or is it Sandra who can't help herself? Maybe she can help someone else though ...

A harsh and gritty drama with a Sandra Bullock shining one more time. The Unforgivable is for sure a nice surprise in that endless stream of rather bad to average movie (and show) productions Netflix usually feeds to us. Emotional, some fine performances and some nice twist. Good.

Don't pay attention to all these negative reviews here.

The director and the cast did a very great job, Sandra Bullock played a perfectly Oscar worthy role. The story is developed with suspense, dramatic and intelligent sequences and it was a non stop hell ride. Check it out. 7/10.

In my opinion the best film by Sandra Bullock. She brought to life the character of Ruth Slater. Heart breaking story of a sisters love. Highly recommend this film.

When this film dropped on Netflix, I was puzzled. It sounded so familiar, yet, I was sure I hadn't seen it. I puzzled over this for a couple of weeks and then began cycling through the reviews I'd posted. Then I saw it, this was originally a three part British television series, THE UNFORGIVEN, which I had given a 9 (superb) out of 10, written by the great Sally Wainwright and starring the brilliant Suranne Jones. Then I hesitated, as a fan of Sandra Bullock (by the way, kudos to her for getting the American rights to this story), I was intrigued, but I knew the ending, was it worthy of this new look? Could it possibly live up to the original? So, with that in mind, I think you might understand my verdict. If you haven't seen the British original, watch this. It is a fascinating concept and Bullock loaded it with A list actors. Of course, her own talent was in full display, here. If you do know the original, move on, there is nothing to see here that wouldn't suffer by comparison. I give this film a 7 (good) out of 10. {Drama}

This is a pretty good drama. I wouldn't say it's great, I think a bit above the average even though there are some wasted opportunities and potential.

In fact I had no intentions to write a review. But I'm really tired of all those 10/10 and 1/10 reviews. I just want to let people who haven't watched it yet know that this is neither a garbage nor masterpiece. It's a fine drama worth a watch once. However, there is one thing I could agree that it's a forgettable one.

My film of the year 2021. Superb everything and I agree with other reviewers who say that Sandra Bullock should get an Oscar for this.

A very emotional experience with outstanding story, script and direction. I'll definitely watch it a few times.

Greetings from Lithuania.

I liked "The Unforgivable" (2021) for its good story and good acting. It was a bit predictable yes, and a bit manipulative story, but at the end of the day this was a good movie.

Sandra Bullock was very good in this film. I quickly believed to her character and started rooting for her. And like i said the story turned out to be not as original as maybe it was intended - at least for me personally, i did enjoy this movie.

Overall, at running time almost 2 hours "The Unforgivable" was superbly paced - i wasn't bored for moment and good story, solid directing, writing, and very good acting by its lead kept me invested in this film till the very end.

She does a great job looking like a tough criminal, reminds me of Monster with Therron. Believable in the part. The great reveal and twist leave you stunned. The whole thing is well done. The dude in a wig at the half-way house was unnecessary work moment that distracted from the whole movie. The end will leave you in tears. This is not for the kids. Some language and situations that are rough. Overall a great ride.

From the moment Bullock appears on the screen, her story is written all over her face. She is stripped down to raw emotion and credit must be given for her performance. Add to the cast the ever brilliant Viola Davis, D'Onofrio, Bernthal, and you've got the recipe for an engaging drama.

The critics sure picked this one apart, comparing it to some mini series I've never heard of. Regardless if this was a knock-off of a series, it should not be compared, because it's an entirely different set of characters/actors, director, etc.

I for one was fully engaged from start to finish. Critics also complained about Bullock, just because she didn't play in the intensity we all know her for, but playing down such a stern-faced depressed convict still takes talent, and Bullock delivered, and held her own next to the amazing Viola Davis' intensity. For that matter, all casting and performances were excellent and convincing.

The directing, cinematography and score were all on point, however the four writers could've done a much better job with the pacing, and maybe trimmed off some of the melodramatics to change the 112 min (felt longer) runtime down to about 95 mins, or, added some more action into the normally drab hop-a-long story. Additionally, the flashbacks were too many and far in between the main story, and felt like they popped out randomly for the most part. I would've liked to see only three, maybe four flashbacks tactfully placed a the right times, certainly the main one at the unexpected and expertly played-out twist, that is very thought-provoking.

Nevertheless, an excellent story presented in decent fashion that will create some emotions for sure. It's an easily deserved 8/10 from me.

They can make movies without green screen CGI. Well acted and scripted story of a parolee struggling to re-enter society. Some twists and turns and wrenching human scale turmoil. Better than most offerings on TV and streaming.

This is the kind of movies that matters! Sandra Bullock was perfect to this role. These movies with a good story are the onea that stays at the top! I liked it. It was a movie straight to the heart.

I was only here for one reason and it was to see one of my favorite actors. That being said the movie was slow in parts but the deliver was well worth it. Let's be honest. Not many movies make the cut of being perfect, these days you'd be lucky to find even a good movie. This was a good movie with great acting but hella slow. I didn't see the twist at the end so that was surprising. All and all, not a waste of time but not perfect.

It's flawed and formulaic but it's still decent and emotional. Although it gets superficial and corny sometimes, it keeps you fully involved and interested all the time. It's highly captivating and so depressing. Sandra Bullock gives an excellent Oscar-Worthy performance, one of her best performances ever.

It wasn't groundbreaking but it was a solid drama, I think the last quater was a little daft but overall I thought it was decent

People are complaining about how are they supposed to feel empathy? You don't always have to. You can dislike the main leads character, although as the story goes on, you do realise the incident was more complex. Some of thr reviews feel lole they didn't watch it all. If you like slow burn dramas, I'd definitely give it a watch.

STAR RATING: ***** Saturday Night **** Friday Night *** Friday Morning ** Sunday Night * Monday Morning

Ruth Slater (Sandra Bullock) is a recently paroled convicted killer, who returns to her hometown hoping to just quietly get by. Settling down in a rundown hostel, and securing a couple of low wage jobs, she liases with her parole officer Vincent (Rob Morgan) who keeps her in check. But Ruth has other matters to settle, returning to her old house where her fate was sealed, and crossing paths with the new residents, John Ingram (Vincent D'Onofrio), a custody lawyer, and his wife Liz (Viola Davis), who help her try to get back in touch with her estranged younger sister, Katie (Emma Nelson.) But many in the town won't forgive Ruth for her crime, and a plot to bring her down leads to a shocking revelation.

The medium of film allows for the chance for some awkward, uncomfortable stories to be told that, though offering little in the way of escapism or frivolity, do provide for some strong, unflinching human drama. German director Nora Fingscheidt's The Unforgivable would be one such example, a young, female director giving direction to an older, veteran Hollywood lady, completely stripping her of her glamour, and reimagining her as a haggard, damaged woman with all the hardships of life flung on her.

Fingscheidt delves straight in to the nitty gritty of her subject and subject matter, presenting a bleak, unglamorous story with very little in the way of humour and light. She compliments this with fittingly dull, grey lighting that fits the tone perfectly. In the lead role, Bullock reliably gives it her all, laying it on with both barrels as a hard assed, determined subject on the fringes of society, who has a lot of past to put to sleep, and complimented by a strong supporting cast, including Davis, D'Onofrio, Morgan and a slew of others. The one big comedown, aside from the lack of much light relief, is some improbability in the set up and how the plot line develops off the back of it, which unavoidably mars the proceedings somewhat.

If you're not expecting much in the way of humour and laughs, but can appreciate some raw, unflinching human drama with strong, powerful performances, then Fingscheidt's effort should be at least worth a watch. ***

This movie starts leading you down the typical hard life post-prison movie, until near the very end and then alll the bricks hit you right in the face.

This deserves the highest reviews, Sandra Bullock is awesome in this, many thumbs jp.

In all honesty, I do not like this version of Sandra Bullock. I like to see her glamorous, smart and kind. But I do love the movie! I find the plot to be captivating throughout. The acting was excellent. Be warned that this movie can be depressing for some people. I get this same uneasy feeling after watching "Crash (2004)". Overall, I highly recommend this movie.

The trailer had me sold! So went in with some expectations, hoping for yet another decent to very good film from Netflix. Did this film live up to the expectations I had and what the trailer had shown? Yes 100% and actually was a bit better than I thought it would be, mainly due to one of the best performances of the year!

Sandra Bullock, why don't you pick roles or films like this more often? I've always thought that she was a talented actress that sadly appears in a lot of mediocre to bad films. Serious dramas don't come along as regularly as they did in say the 1990's for her. I'm gonna say it..........she probably deserves an Oscar nomination for this, not necessarily a win but totally deserves the nom at the least. It's not just the cosmetic transformation into the character of Ruth but she totally embodies the characters soul just in her facially expressions alone. The pain, sorrow, helplessness and trauma are so clear to see in someone trying to do the right thing after so long. It's 100% not a performance that is trying to be "out there" or "oh look she is going method on this one" none of that at all. Its an honest depiction of a character that wants to make up for the wrongs in her life and try and start fresh. I couldn't think of anybody else who could play this role now, Bullock has completely blow my expectations out of the water with this one......congrats to her!!!

The other thing I'd mention is the "twists" in this film are actually worth it, rewarding and work within the context of the story and characters. Sometimes films like this go for a bold twist at some stage and don't always pull it off, thankfully this film does it well !!!

That ending is so extremely emotionally powerful and is made possible due to Bullocks performance!!!

70% out of 100, it is yet another good film by Netflix! To be honest these days I feel very comfortable with the product that they are producing......I think their teething problems into being a "major" studio are eroding away now. Sandra Bullock is simply fantastic in one of the best performances of the year and that is enough of a reason to watch it. Oh yeah and plus the story is interesting, characters are good, acting and directing across the board is fine........lastly an ending that actually is rewarding and works!