A Woman's Promise
A Woman's Promise

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A Woman's Promise

2019
Movie
Adult · 18+
150 min
English

Ivy Wolfe is sent to a gay conversion therapy center after she gets caught in a car with another girl. Magdalene St. Michaels runs this center and she runs it with an iron fist. Everyone needs to follow her rules. Ivy is placed in a room with Carter Cruise. Carter tries her best to help Ivy adapt to her new environment. Although something is not right behind these walls. Ivy brings something unique to this center and all the girls start to feel it. Magdalene tries to fight it and more but it brings back memories of her past that she tries to hide deep inside her soul.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Shana FesteGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A drama centered around the complex relationship between two women. It explores themes of love, loss, and the sacrifices made in pursuit of personal happiness and societal expectations. The narrative delves into the emotional journey of its characters as they navigate challenging circumstances and redefine their understanding of commitment.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews, with praise often directed at the performances of the lead actresses, particularly Sarah Paulson. However, many critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped, leading to a polarized reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances, especially Sarah Paulson.

  • Criticized for a predictable and sometimes melodramatic storyline.

  • The emotional depth of the characters was a highlight for some, while others found it lacking.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the emotional resonance and the acting, though some felt the plot could have been more original or engaging.

Fun Fact

The film's initial working title was 'The Life I've Chosen'.

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