On Promised Land
Joan TewkesburyCast
Joan Plowright 
Judith Ivey Norman D. Golden II 
Carl Lumbly John M. Jackson Juanita Jennings
Credits
Written by: Ken Sagoes
Plot
In the 1950s, the Ween family live and work on land that was promised to their family. The landowners, the Appletree family, use the promise of the land to keep the family working for them, putting the transfer of the land in doubt.
Sinekatalog’s take
On Promised Land (1994) is a American drama directed by Joan Tewkesbury. It stars Joan Plowright, Judith Ivey and Norman D. Golden II. It runs 100 minutes. It is listed here for its festival and awards record.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 7.8 / 10 (102 votes)
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