There is a long history of understated romance
films like A Promise, with desire
abstained from because of impropriety or distance. In many regards, I felt as
though I had seen this film already, but that will not subtract from the enjoyment
for fans of romance films filled with more longing than physical contact. Much
of this enjoyment comes from an engaging cast and capable direction from
Patrice Leconte. There are some melodramatic indulgences buried in the
screenplay, but credit/fault is more likely to lie at the feet of the author of
the novel that the film is based on.
The film takes
place in Germany Mexico
The story is
predictable, at times to a fault, but at least it is carried out with wonderful
production values. The locations, costumes and overall look of the film is
marvelous, even when the plot is a bit predictable and the dialogue is a tad
cheesy. The way the narrative is set up ensures a lot of longing gazes in the
first half of the film, and voiceover of letters being written as the
soundtrack to the second. The DVD special features include a trailer.
Entertainment Value:
6.5/10
Quality of
Filmmaking: 7.5/10
Historical
Significance: 6/10
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