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Promise Me This
An old man named Zivojin Markovic, living in a remote village prays for his grandson Cane to go to the city, sell his cow and bring back a wife. In the city he is supposed to meet up with his grandfather's stepbrother, but this man is dead. Instead, he meets this man's two grandsons, two good-natured brothers who are nevertheless small-time criminals and experts in demolition. Cane soon clicks with these men, and also falls in love with a schoolgirl (Jasna), who he wants to marry as part of his testament with his grandfather. He gets involved in this girl's family affairs, rescuing both her and her mother from prostitution and gangsters headed by a man called Bajo, and the new group of people return to the small village in time to celebrate Zivojin's wedding to his neighbor, despite the gangsters' best efforts to stop the celebration, which results in a double wedding.
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Plot Summary
In the bleak industrial landscape of Northern England, a young woman named Stella falls for the charismatic local rock star. Their passionate but volatile relationship is tested by her dreams of escaping their suffocating town and his own self-destructive tendencies. As Stella grapples with her desires and the harsh realities of her life, she must confront the consequences of her choices and the true nature of the love she seeks.
Critical Reception
Promise Me This received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric depiction of working-class life and Rebecca Hall's performance. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat conventional and its emotional impact varied.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty realism and strong lead performance.
Noted for its atmospheric portrayal of a declining industrial town.
Some critics found the plot predictable and lacking in originality.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Promise Me This' are scarce, but those available generally highlight the film's realistic portrayal of its setting and the compelling performance by Rebecca Hall. Some viewers appreciated its emotional depth, while others felt it was a bit slow-paced.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in the North East of England, utilizing real towns and landscapes to enhance its authentic portrayal of working-class life.
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