
Synopsis and subject
“The Promise” delves into the compelling journey of Alaa AlJuneidi, a resident of Hebron, Palestine, as he grapples with the weight of his father’s legacy and discovers the true meaning of inheritance. Born into the shadow of his father’s remarkable rise from a humble milk vendor to a prosperous entrepreneur, Alaa finds himself at a crossroads upon his father’s deathbed. In a silent vow made to his father, Alaa sets out on a path of self-discovery, initially unsure of the promise’s true significance. As Alaa unravels the layers of his promise, he embarks on an extraordinary journey of transformation and resilience. This journey culminates in a remarkable feat: conquering Everest. Through Alaa’s pursuit, “The Promise” becomes a testament to the power of determination and the realization that our true legacy is what we create for ourselves. Experience a story of profound transformation and the understanding that our greatest inheritance is the legacy we build through our actions in “The Promise.”
Our Awards
ORGANIZE A SCREENING
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The Production Crew
Leonardo A. Avezzano
DIRECTOR & CINEMATOGRAPHER
Mostafa Salameh
EXPEDITION LEADER
Arwa Damon - Margaux Tjoeng
Writers
Raffaello Cuccuini - Valentin Ammann
Visuals
Lorenzo Dalla Ratta - Sufian Assaid
Sound mixing and sound engineering
Raffaello Cuccuini- Flame Parade - Aziz Maraka
Music
Alaa Al-Juneidi
PRODUCER
Pierfrancesco Bigazzi- Giulio Dell’Aquila- Laith Qaryouti-
Florent Beauverd
Editors
Mahmoud Alabed-
Aurora Clima-
Alessandra Pazienza- Anne Merie Sciamma
Translations and subtitles