I Promise
World Premiere

I Promise

2020 Official Selection: Features
Feature | United States | 102 MINUTES | English
Documentary

I Promise tells the story of LeBron James’ efforts to close the achievement gap in his hometown of Akron, Ohio through the eyes of the inspiring students who are resetting expectations of their futures. The documentary will explore the day-to-day trials, triumphs, and life-changing impact of the school staff, students and families working together in a unique, family-first educational environment that embraces the trauma and challenges many face in Akron.

Cast & Credits
Directed by
Marc Levin

Marc Levin is an award-winning, independent filmmaker dedicated to telling powerful, real stories in a unique, authentic style. He has won four Emmy® awards, four duPont-Columbia awards, the Peabody Award, the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and the Camera d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, among others. Highlights include: Slam, his breakout festival hit; Brick City, the groundbreaking docu-series about the city of Newark, New Jersey and its charismatic Mayor Cory Booker.

Director
Marc Levin
Executive Producer (Main Credit)
LeBron James, Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, Nicholas Lopez, Marc Levin, Dan Levin, Catherine Cyr, Josh Gold
Cinematographer
Daniel B. Levin
Editor
Kimberly Miille, Spencer Averick, Max Blecker, Cindy Lee, John Maidman
Executive Producer
LeBron James, Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, Nicholas Lopez, Marc Levin, Daniel B. Levin, Catherine Cyr, Josh Gold, Jackson Devereux
Contacts
US Sales Contact
Press Contact
Stephanie Rosa
SRosa@lrmrventures.com
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