Review of Promised Land (2012) by Tanvir M — 19 Aug 2013

Simplistic and poorly developed plot leads to a disappointing movie.

This review of Promised Land (2012) was written by Tanvir M on 19 Aug 2013.

Promised Land has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Brendan N (1,490) on 11 Oct 2015

Simple movie, some really noteworthy moments, but overall just a pretty good film nothing to write home about…

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By Terry G (246) on 11 Apr 2015

Not bad. But really a movie that tries everything and then, all over sudden, going back to square one, accomplishes nothing…

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By Adam W (1,422) on 18 Jul 2014

I'm a sucker for movies about people finding a conscience, and this is very much one of those movies…

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By Lucero C (244) on 15 Oct 2016

Oversimplifying? Yes. Not cutting to the heart of the matter? Correct. Did I enjoy watching this movie? Hell yes…

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By Casey P (88) on 30 Mar 2016

Why couldnt it just end when john krasinski spilled his secret? it would have made for a better ending…

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By Kyle M (2,387) on 31 Oct 2014

One thing the movie touches on but never completes is the idea that it's not about winning or beating someone for the people of this town…

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By Jordan Riefe (35) for Celebuzz (18) on 20 Aug 2018

Promised Land is a smart, character driven drama that takes an insightful look at a compelling environmental issue…

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By Filippo V (494) on 25 Aug 2016

A great cast with fun chemistry working with a script that's both preachy and contrived…

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By Scott M (2,584) on 24 Mar 2014

Interesting premise. Krasinski's character was a bit of a caricature…

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By Jonathan B (2,317) on 08 Oct 2015

This is an earnest and pleasant enough movie from Gus Van Sant…

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