Synopsis

Over thirteen years, *American Promise* follows Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson, a Brooklyn couple, as they document their son Idris and his close friend Seun. The film chronicles the boys’ journey through the hallowed halls of Dalton School, one of the nation's most exclusive private institutions, from kindergarten to graduation. This compelling documentary offers a nuanced and deeply personal look at America’s ongoing negotiation with race, class, and the elusive promise of opportunity.