 Complete the following phrase:  Following that, he played Irish attorney Tom Lefroy and love-interest to Jane Austen in Becoming Jane, a 2007 historical movie inspired by the authors early life. Next up was Penelope, which premiered at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival. Also starring Christina Ricci, it generated polarised reviews. The breakthrough role in McAvoys career came in Atonement, Joe Wrights 2007 adaptation of Ian McEwans novel of the same title. A romantic war film, it focuses on lovers Cecilia and Robbies Keira Knightley and McAvoy lives being torn apart after her jealous younger sister Briony Saoirse Ro falsely accuses him of rape. Upon reading the script, McAvoy said he thought If I dont get the part Im not reading the book because itll be devastating. Its an amazing role and I really wanted it. McAvoy has called the film incredibly sad but considers it an uplifting experience. He also shared that he hoped viewers will be left absolutely devastated and harrowed. Screenings of Atonement were held at the 2007 Toronto International Film Festival, where it was one of the most acclaimed films present, and Venice Film Festival. Atonement was a big awards contender; it was nominated for fourteen BAFTAs and seven Academy Awards. Both McAvoy and Knightley were nominated for their performances at the 