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The Apology

The Apology

Revenge is a mother.

20225.91h 31m

Overview

Twenty years after the disappearance of her daughter, a recovering alcoholic is preparing to host her family's Christmas celebration when her estranged ex-brother-in-law arrives unannounced, bearing nostalgic gifts and a heavy secret.

Directed by Alison Locke
Written by Alison Locke
Produced by Lisa Whalen, Kim Sherman, Stacy Jorgensen
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Top Cast

Anna Gunn

Anna Gunn

Darlene Hagen

Linus Roache

Linus Roache

Jack Kingsley

Janeane Garofalo

Janeane Garofalo

Gretchen Sullivan

Mary Leeholland

Mary Leeholland

Sally Hagen

Esme McSherry

Esme McSherry

Young Sally

Zena Leigh Logan

Zena Leigh Logan

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About The Apology

The Apology is a thriller, horror film released in 2022. Directed by Alison Locke, it stars Anna Gunn, Linus Roache, Janeane Garofalo. Twenty years after the disappearance of her daughter, a recovering alcoholic is preparing to host her family's Christmas celebration when her estranged ex-brother-in-law arrives unannounced, bearing nostalgic gifts and a heavy secret.

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