Jan, recently released from prison after serving time for the murder of a child, has always maintained his innocence and is ready to put the past behind him. A gifted organist, he takes a job at an Oslo church under his middle name, Thomas. His talent and gentle manner quickly earn him the respect of his superiors, as well as the love of the pastor, Anna. Thomas even overcomes his initial panic to return the affection of Anna's young son, Jens. But his past catches up with him when Agnes, a local teacher, comes to the church on a school visit and recognizes the organist as the young man who was convicted of the murder of her son. This film is a brilliantly unraveling story of guilt, hatred, redemption and forgiveness.
Michael Moore opened his Traverse City Film Festival with Troubled Water, calling it one of his favorite films-ever! L
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