The Attempt

The Attempt(2020)

January 1, 2020
29m

Overview

Set in 1921 post-World War I Berlin and based on a true story, "The Attempt" follows Soghomon Tehlirian, a young man who is given the mission to assassinate the chief orchestrator of the Armenian genocide. During the attempt, Soghomon realizes that killing another man is not easy and contemplates starting a new life with the woman he loves. Can Soghomon reconcile morality with preserving the historical memory of his people?

Trailer

"The Attempt" (SMC short film #16; Dir. Daniel Despart)
"The Attempt" (SMC short film #16; Dir. Daniel Despart)

Cast

Crew

Details

Original Language

en

Country

United States of America

Production

Santa Monica College Film Program

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