The Sacrifice (1986)
- 8.1
- 2h 29min
- Drama
- 1986-01-01 (USA)
Storyline
Alexander, a journalist and former actor and philosopher, tells his little son how worried he is about the lack of spirituality of modern mankind. In the night of his birthday, the third world war breaks out. In his despair Alexander turns himself in a prayer to God, offering him everything to have the war not happen at all.
Plot Keywords
self immolation, witchcraft, insanity, tree, postman, long take, hope, religion, sacrifice, snow, apocalypse, one word title, spirituality, dream, father son relationship, mute child, doctor, maid, gun, arson
Short Review
This is pure Tarkovsky, with all the perfectly composed long camera takes and ineffable mystery of the soul that defined his work.
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