Review of The Promise (2016) by Ann M — 21 Apr 2017

AMAZING!!! Ive seen this twice already and I cant stop crying near the end. Its sooo good of a movie!

This review of The Promise (2016) was written by Ann M on 21 Apr 2017.

The Promise has generally received positive reviews.

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