The recently released crime thriller film Absolution starring Liam Neeson is based on the story of an aging gangster cum mob enforcer (Liam Neeson). The character gets diagnosed with a terminal illness and he tries to phase out from his disturbed past while making amends with his family. The movie was released on November 1, 2024.
Director Hans Petter Moland has reportedly used a number of locations in Massachusetts for filming. A major part of the movie has been shot in the town of Winthrop in Suffolk County, Masschusetts in October, 2022. The protagonist (played by Leeson), has been portrayed as a resident of this place, living close to Boston's Logan Airport.
Allston, a neighbourhood in Boston, is another filming location of Absolution. Director Moland later moved his crew to Norwood, Massachusetts for filming the rest of the movie.
To know in details about the filming locations of Absolution, follow this article.
What are the filming locations of Absolution?
Director Moland has chosen Boston, Massachusett, United States and adjoining areas as the main locations for shooting his latest crime thriller film Absolution. The lead character played by star Liam Neeson is seen living in the town of Winthrop, Masschusetts. Numerous scenes with action and drama take place in other neighbourhoods of the state as well.
The filming locations have reportedly been chosen keeping in mind the tone of the movie. The scenes have not been restricted to a single town but are seen spanning throughout the entire province, according to requirements. Moreover, the historical angle of Boston along with the gritty atmosphere reportedly met the film's demands.
1) Winthrop, Massachusetts
The primary filming location of Absolution is Winthrop which is a moderately populated town in Suffolk Couny, Massachusetts. It has the ocean-side suburban atmosphere, located at Boston Harbor's northern entrance.
Liam Neeson's character has been shown living in this small town that also harbours the Logan International Airport. Winthrop is home to the United States' one of the oldest communities, with a rich heritage, urban convenience and natural beauty. However, the protagonist is shown associated with the underworldand therefore, the location has been accordingly chosen to stay aligned with the plot.
2) Allston, Massachusetts
Allston, a neighbourhood in Boston, Massachusetts received its name from the famous American poet/painter Washington Allston. It is bordered by Charles River and has Brighton adjoined to it. Cambridge, Masschusetts can also be accessed from Allston using bridges.
Director Has Peter Moland has shot a number of scenes here for Absolution. The town is famous for its small business, food joints, restaurants, clubs and music halls, Moland has reportedly chosen Allston for taking outdoor shots.
3) Norwood, Massachusetts
Director Moland has reportedly chosen Governor Allen Mansion of Norwood as a major filming location. Norwood is a charming town located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts and is also a part of Greater Boston.
The town is famous for its historical presence blended with modern amenities. Located on the banks of Neponset River, Norwood has provided the right atmosphere for shooting some of the intense scenes of Absolution.
Furthermore, some of the shots have been taken in PURO Ceviche Bar in Boston, famous for its seafood dishes and french ceviches. Moland has also used Deer Island, which provides views of the Boston skyline and the adjoining water bodies.
It was initially an island but its present connection to the mainland has given it the status of a peninsula. What we see throughout the movie is that the director has focused on the natural element but has also left a touch of city life.
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