Israel is a country that is loved, hated, and often misunderstood by much of the world. Why is Jerusalem so important? Why do some believe in a messiah who will put things right? Amidst this seemingly endless battle over land and religion, surfing has emerged as an escape from the controversy. Promised Land is a unique look at this ancient place through the lives of two friends from different faiths, brought together by their love of the oceans that separate them. A FilmBuff Presentation.
Reviews
Great Film overall
everything you have heard about this movie is true.
I wanted to like it more than I actually did... But much of the humor totally escaped me and I walked out only mildly impressed.
What begins as a feel-good-human-interest story turns into a mystery, then a tragedy, and ultimately an outrage.