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Movie poster: A Son's Promise (1990)
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A Son's Promise

1990 · 95 min TV Movie Drama Family
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

An iron-willed Georgia boy accepts the burden of a man on his young shoulders. Fifteen-year-old Terry O'Kelly is fatherless and his remaining parent, his mother, is dying. Anguished, the soon-to-be orphan makes a surprising grown-up decision: Terry promises to care for his six brothers and vows to keep the family together. Steadfast to his word, Terry takes on the struggles of parenthood, which yields some difficult and unpleasant surprises.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1990
Country United States of America
Genre TV Movie, Drama, Family
Director John Korty
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (12 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

A Son's Promise has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.3/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1990. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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