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After the Promise

1987·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13
82
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Based On True Story

Elmer Jackson, a carpenter in a small Californian town in the 1930s, struggles to bring up his 4 young boys after the death of his wife. He is horrified when the government (citing trumped-up charges of parental neglect) places the boys into various foster homes and institutions, unaware of the abuse that boys would then be subjected to. The conditions imposed by the court and the difficulties caused by the Depression make Elmer's determined and vigorous quest to find his boys extremely difficult. His second wife helps him to regain custody.
Historical DramaFamily StruggleSocial InjusticeDepression EraPovertyChild WelfareBased on True StoryCourageEmotional Resilience

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream After the Promise legally?

After the Promise is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is After the Promise worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is After the Promise rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is After the Promise?

1 h 30 min

After the Promise runs 1 h 30 min.

Is After the Promise based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is After the Promise in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch After the Promise?

3CAFRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for After the Promise in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.