Absolution
ShortDramaHistory
Inspired by true events, 'Absolution' takes place in a Georgia state prison in 1952. When inmate Peter Lieb attempts suicide two days before his scheduled execution, prison doctor Thomas Gelson is forced to save his life. Although he is initially conflicted about treating Peter, Thomas soon suspects that there is more to this gruff prisoner than meets the eye.
- Runtime
- 16m
- Released
- 2011
Details
Release year: 2011
Storyline
Inspired by true events, 'Absolution' takes place in a Georgia state prison in 1952. When inmate Peter Lieb attempts suicide two days before his scheduled execution, prison doctor Thomas Gelson is forced to save his life. Although he is initially conflicted about treating Peter, Thomas soon suspects that there is more to this gruff prisoner than meets the eye.
Top credits
Directors
Cast
See all 30 credits →- Jake Beck — Baby Gelson
- Jeff Blum — Execution Audience
- Penni Blum — Execution Audience
- Steven Bray — Infirmary Prisoner