Promises may want to unite the audience in humanitarian emotions, but it's more useful as a prod to examine what these children are learning from their schools, their leaders, and their media.
88
New York Post
New York Post
Polarized world views from the mouths of babes -- unfortunately does little to mitigate this depressing image, but much to humanize both sides.
Despite its lively tone and brisk editing, the project's sad epilogue -- shot two years later -- suggests that Abraham and Mohammed will be duking it out on the world's dime for some time to come.
80
Chicago ReaderTed Shen
Chicago ReaderTed Shen
Timely and informative.
80
The New York Times
The New York Times
Demonstrates the unusual power of thoughtful, subjective filmmaking.
75
Miami HeraldMarta Barber
Miami HeraldMarta Barber
The impact of Promises comes from the openness of the children.
70
Village VoiceMichael Atkinson
Village VoiceMichael Atkinson
An earnest, roughshod document, it serves as a workable primer for the region's recent history, and would make a terrific 10th-grade learning tool.