The Confession (2011) - 7 stars out of 10

The Confession (2011) - 7 stars out of 10 

“The Confession” is a 10-part web series starring Kiefer Sutherland and John Hurt.  The film relies on strong performances by both actors as the majority of the film takes place in a confessional.  These extended sets of dialogue are punctuated by flashbacks of this hit man and the times that he has chosen to shown mercy or aggression to his victims.  The story has a typical but well-hidden twist that must have been a jawdropper when the series was watched in increments instead of a single sitting.  One of the more attractive things about this film is its one hour runtime, allowing you to take in the full story and watch the characters develop without investing in a full-length feature.  “The Confession” is worth watching simply for the subtle moment of revelation inside of the confessional booth.