The Attempt

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?

Directed by Daniel Despart

Videos

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

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

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Cast

Ara Woland

Soghomon Tehlirian

Anne Bedian

Mrs. Anne Torosyan

Paul Chepikian

Talaat Pasha

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