Promises in the Dark
Promises in the Dark (1979) is a drama film, directed by Jerome Hellman. It stars Marsha Mason and Ned Beatty. The 118-minute film holds an audience score of 5.9/10.
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What Promises in the Dark Is About
A young doctor, Alexandra Kendall, seeking change while recovering from a recent heartbreak, moves from Chicago, Illinois to Hartford, Connecticut. She joins the West Hartford medical practice of Dr. Walter McInterny, a doctor approaching retirement age. 17-year-old Elizabeth "Buffy" Koenig is a precocious student at West Hartford's William Hall High School. Her boyfriend Gerry is a football player at Hall High. While Dr. McInterny is away on vacation, longtime patient Buffy hurts her leg while harmlessly kicking a soccer ball during Gerry's nearby football practice. At the hospital, Dr. Kendall finds that not only is the leg broken, but the bone was also weakened by cancer. Dr. Kendall treats Buffy and the two develop a bond that extends beyond the doctor-patient relationship; Dr. Kendall is drawn to Buffy's humor and raw honesty.
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What is Promises in the Dark about?
A young doctor, Alexandra Kendall, seeking change while recovering from a recent heartbreak, moves from Chicago, Illinois to Hartford, Connecticut. She joins the West Hartford medical practice of Dr.
Where can I watch Promises in the Dark?
Promises in the Dark is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Promises in the Dark?
Promises in the Dark runs for 118 minutes (1h 58m).
When did Promises in the Dark come out?
Promises in the Dark was released in 1979.
Who directed Promises in the Dark?
Promises in the Dark was directed by Jerome Hellman.
Who stars in Promises in the Dark?
Promises in the Dark stars Marsha Mason, Ned Beatty, Susan Clark, Michael Brandon.
What is Promises in the Dark's rating?
Promises in the Dark holds 6.5/10 on IMDb and 5.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.
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