The Promise
A forgotten struggle, a lost future. In the 1960s, an independent Papua seemed within reach. But international interests, geopolitical power struggles, and economic motives dictated otherwise. Using uniquely restored 35mm archival footage, The Promise brings this history to life, revealing how an entire people was systematically betrayed and oppressed.
- Overview
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The Promise
- Overview
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 21, 2025
Runtime
1h 54m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
The Promise
Production Companies
Cinema Delicatessen
Director
Daan Veldhuizen
Description
A forgotten struggle, a lost future. In the 1960s, an independent Papua seemed within reach. But international interests, geopolitical power struggles, and economic motives dictated otherwise. Using uniquely restored 35mm archival footage, The Promise brings this history to life, revealing how an entire people was systematically betrayed and oppressed.
