Undeniably effective, in its own blunt way, this deserves credit for shining light on a crime that’s — unbelievably and controversially — still denied to this day.
Christian Bale and Oscar Isaac are romantic rivals in this involving but overcooked historical drama.
The love story is at the centre of the film… but the romance between Ana and Michael is inconsequential next to the extreme suffering that The Promise is also trying to chronicle.
A frustrating attempt to explore the Armenian genocide through the prism of a sweeping romantic drama.
A fresh perspective on a largely untold story, with a compelling love story to boot.
A clichéd, unpersuasive romantic triangle.
Sickly cinematography and romance add unnecessary schmaltz to this Oscar Isaac-led historical drama.
General release. Check local listings for show times.