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The Pledge

The Pledge

2001 · 124 min · EN · R · 6.6 (1,264 votes)
Dir. Sean Penn · Starring Jack Nicholson, Helen Mirren, Aaron Eckhart, Robin Wright, Sam Shepard, Benicio del Toro · Music Klaus Badelt

“Detective Jerry Black has made a promise he can't break, to catch a killer he can't find.”

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A police chief, about to retire, pledges to help a woman find her daughter's killer.

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A somber, psychologically intense journey into the dark corners of human obsession and the relentless pursuit of a promise. It feels grim and melancholic, building a palpable sense of dread with its slow-burn tension. The atmosphere is heavy, exploring the weight of commitment and the elusive nature of truth.

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