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The Promise

1969, Movie, NR, 98 mins

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Castle and McKellen are Soviet soldiers who, during the seige of Leningrad, befriend the homeless Macready. Naturally, a love triangle develops. The rather unique setting does little to enliven the tired story. leave a comment
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Director and co-writer Margarthe Von Trotta puts a face on politics by depicting a romance splintered by the Berlin Wall. Beautifully shot and more complex than you'd expect, this intelligently-made love story is a touching study of the human spirit.
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Length: 01:56:00
Posted: 3/18/2008
Full Episode
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Director and co-writer Margarthe Von Trotta puts a face on politics by depicting a romance splintered by the Berlin Wall. Beautifully shot and more complex than you'd expect, this intelligently-made love story is a touching study of the human spirit.
Paid | Amazon Video on Demand
Length: 01:56:00
Posted: 3/1/2008
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Year: 1969
Rated NR

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Cast
John Castle: Marat Yestigneyev
Ian McKellen: Leonidik
Susan Macready: Like Vasilyevna
Mary Jones: Mother
David Nettheim: Stepfather
David Garfield: Soldier

 

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