The Promise (1996) (original) (raw)

Roger hires illegal immigrants to work for his construction company, holding their fate in his hands while refusing to pay a living wage. When an accident threatens to expose him, Roger involves his 15-year-old son, Igor, in a web of deceit. Eventually, Igor must choose between loyalty to his father and the promise he made to take care of a young widow.

Roger hires illegal immigrants to work for his construction company, holding their fate in his hands while refusing to pay a living wage. When an accident threatens to expose him, Roger involves his 15-year-old son, Igor, in a web of deceit. Eventually, Igor must choose between loyalty to his father and the promise he made to take care of a young widow. (less)

Directors: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Writers: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Starring: J�r�mie Renier, Olivier Gourmet, Assita Ouedraogo, Jean-Michel Balthazar, Fr�d�ric Bodson, Rasman� Ou�draogo

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