Review of The Promise (2017) by Arsen A — 23 Apr 2017

Riveting movie with compelling storyline!

This review of The Promise (2017) was written by Arsen A on 23 Apr 2017.

The Promise has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lisa Johnson Mandell (104) for AtHomeInHollywood.com (165) on 20 Aug 2018

It never quite makes clear to what promise they're referring, but the flaws can be forgiven for the ambition of the story…

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By Dawn N (60) on 22 Sep 2017

Excellent film. Not only well acted and great love triangle storyline, but also highly educational…

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By Star L (17) on 08 May 2018

SOOOOO UNDER RATED !!! This movie is an important true historical story and it is epic! 5 stars…

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By John Hanlon (483) for John Hanlon Reviews (327) on 24 Oct 2017

The plot has some underlying issues but the overall film works despite its flaws…

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By Daniel Nava (97) for Chicago Cinema Circuit (97) on 29 Dec 2018

It pays lip service to actual suffering and clearly displays the jagged editing scars of something much more uncompromising. But. But…

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By Carl Kozlowski (99) for Pasadena Weekly (143) on 28 Dec 2017

Those interested in an often-overlooked piece of history, and the resilience of the people who acted against it, will find The Promise to be engaging…

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By Cokronakan (86) on 02 Feb 2018

This is a decent movie, with an amazing untold story of the Armenians…

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By Refinedinsights (14) on 29 Jul 2023

The Promise is not just a film; it is a cinematic cry for justice, a poignant masterpiece that delves deep into the crevices of world history,…

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By Mohamad91Hk (78) on 08 Jun 2019

Love triangle in a wartime, specifically during Armenian genocide by Turkish at the beginning of WWI…

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By Galvy F (486) on 31 Dec 2017

Exceptional film - watch it. Importance of acting with love to everyone…

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