The Apology
“Revenge is a mother.”
Synopsis
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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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-12-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysDecember 16, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 16, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
November 7, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alison Locke
- Screenplay & Story
- Alison Locke
- Original Score
- Uèle Lamore
- Original Title
- The Apology
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Company X
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alison Locke
Alison Locke
Uèle Lamore
Jack Caswell, Todd Pretre, Brian Alberth
Lana Wolverton
Kim Sherman, Stacy Jorgensen, Lisa Whalen, Michael M. McGuire, Mark Ward
Department Leadership Roster
Alison Locke
Director
Kim Sherman
Producer
Stacy Jorgensen
Producer
Alison Locke
Writer
Lisa Whalen
Producer
Jack Caswell
Director of Photography
Lana Wolverton
Editor
Michelle Laine
Costume Design
Tom Obed
Production Design
Uèle Lamore
Original Music Composer
Jeffrey G. Barnett
Stunt Coordinator
Alfred Hsing
Stunt Coordinator
Gregory J. Barnett
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Apology
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What is The Apology about?
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.
Who directed The Apology?
The Apology was directed by Alison Locke.
Who stars in The Apology?
The principal cast of The Apology includes Anna Gunn, Linus Roache, Janeane Garofalo, Mary Leeholland, Esme McSherry.
When was The Apology released and how long is it?
The Apology was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Apology?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Apology was composed by Uèle Lamore.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Apology?
The Apology holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).