Fresh
Promised Land tries hard to win you over but finally wears you down with its sincerity.
Caryn James, New York Times
Promised Land
Life on the edge of the American Dream.
1988 · 1h 42m · R
Drama, Romance
Directed by
Michael Hoffman
Overview
Three recent high school grads - star athlete Hancock, his cheerleader girlfriend, Mary, and the awkward Senator - aim to leave their small town behind and realize big dreams, but their idealistic plans collide with life's harsh realities.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
73%
Tomatometer
Rotten
Many scenes are extended to the point that all potential dramatic tension is drained out of them.
Variety Staff, Variety
Fresh
Gedrick and Pollan give character to the cliche's with their heartfelt work, and Sutherland and the show-stealing Ryan bring depth and weight to a potentially tiresome pair.
Rita Kempley, Washington Post
Fresh
Clumsy, heartfelt and promising.
Desson Thomson, Washington Post
Fresh
The film has a lot going for it though, with its beautiful snowy landscapes, empty highways, and committed playing from the cast.
Time Out
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