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After the Promise 1987

Runtime

90 mins

Language

English

English

Based on a true story, carpenter Elmer Jackson lives in a small California town in the 1930s. After his wife dies he raises four boys alone, but the government—citing false neglect charges—places the children in foster homes where they endure abuse. Court orders and the Depression make his determined quest to reunite with his sons an uphill battle.

Based on a true story, carpenter Elmer Jackson lives in a small California town in the 1930s. After his wife dies he raises four boys alone, but the government—citing false neglect charges—places the children in foster homes where they endure abuse. Court orders and the Depression make his determined quest to reunite with his sons an uphill battle.

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No!

After the Promise does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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