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Release Year1988
Runtime1h 42m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresDrama, Romance
Votes38
DirectorMichael Hoffman
WritersMichael Hoffman
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsPromised Land
About Promised Land
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.
Directed by Michael Hoffman, Promised Land leans on a strong ensemble — Jason Gedrick, Tracy Pollan, Kiefer Sutherland — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1988.
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