Five Minutes of Heaven

"Five Minutes of Heaven" is a 2009 drama that explores the aftermath of a Troubles-era killing in Northern Ireland. The film follows two men, Joe Griffin and Alistair Little, whose lives were forever changed by a violent event that occurred decades ago. The story delves into themes of guilt, forgiveness, and the complexities of reconciliation as the two characters confront their dark pasts. The film's narrative is driven by the tension between the desire for retribution and the possibility of redemption.