La Promesse
- Drama
Igor, aged 15, and his father Roger deal in housing and peddling illicit labor in the outlying districts of Liege, Belgium. Scams, lies and swindling rule their lives. When one of his father’s illegal workers gets injured on the job and asks Igor to promise to take care of his wife and baby, Igor finds himself at a crossroad. He wants to keep the promise, but the price would be to betray his father.
La Promesse is a 1996 Belgian drama film directed by the Dardenne brothers, following 15-year-old Igor as he becomes entangled in his father's illegal labor schemes in Liege. When an injured worker asks Igor to care for his family, the teenager faces a moral crisis between loyalty to his father and doing what's right. This critically acclaimed film explores themes of conscience, family obligation, and moral awakening.
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Jérémie RenierIgor
Olivier GourmetRoger- Assita OuedraogoAssita
Florian DelainRiri- Hachemi HaddadNabil
Rasmané OuédraogoAmidou
Jean-Michel BalthazarThe Labour Inspector
Frédéric BodsonThe Garage Boss- Jean-Paul DermontMuller
Alain HoltgenThe Postman- Geneviève Joly-ProvostGeneviève
- Rifi KythoukaThe Seer
Sophia LeboutteMaria- Christiane MutshimuanaRosalie
Norbert RutiliThe Jeweler
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'La Promesse' trailer - Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne
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When was La Promesse released?
La Promesse was released on August 7, 1996.
What is La Promesse about?
The film follows Igor, a 15-year-old boy whose father runs illegal housing and labor schemes in Belgium. When one of the workers is injured and asks Igor to promise to help his family, Igor must choose between his loyalty to his father and his moral conscience.
Who directed La Promesse?
La Promesse was directed by the Dardenne brothers, Belgian filmmakers known for their socially conscious dramas.
Where can I watch La Promesse?
As a 1996 theatrical film, La Promesse may be available through streaming services, rental platforms, or home media. Check your local streaming options or library for availability.
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