The Attempt - 2020

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?

29min
2020
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.8/10

Cast

Ara Woland profile pictureAra WolandSoghomon Tehlirian
Anne Bedian profile pictureAnne BedianMrs. Anne Torosyan

About The Attempt

The Attempt 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?

Runtime: 29min

Extra details

Original Title: The Attempt
Original Language: English
Directed By: Daniel Despart
Production Companies
Santa Monica College Film Program