The Promise

The Promise is a straightforward and honest documentary. It follows Craig Hamilton's story and gives a real look into what it's like to live with mental illness. There's no drama added, just the truth.

It's important because it talks about something a lot of people in Australia go through but don't speak about. The film shows how serious the mental health crisis is, especially for men, and why conversations like this need to happen.

This film is important for men because it breaks the silence around something many struggle with but rarely talk about. In Australia, a lot of men grow up being told to toughen up, to stay quiet about their feelings. The Promise shows that opening up doesn't make you weak.

Too many men think they have to deal with everything on their own. That showing emotion or asking for help means they've failed somehow. The Promise challanges that idea and I encourage every man to watch it. It ain't weak tk speak!!

Very impressed with Jye and Craig and the work they are doing with this video.

I seen this movie at Dungog cinema at a free community screening. The boys are travelling around Australia taking this movie to communities that need the most this is more than a movie. This is a movement, a mission as Jye said during the Q&A a call to action.

Very impressed with the picture, the camera operator done an incredible job at making this very pretty, I don't feel as if I've seen another Australian documentary that looks so great. It really helped tell the story and kept me engaged.

I feel as if this film should be played in every small country town across Australia as the farmers are doing it very tough and the suicide rates in Australia are way too high. I take my hat off to these men for doing what they have done and making a movie that will save many lives.

Thank you!

Yep, I'm calling this Australia's best documentary and for a number of reasons.

Firstly, the importance of documenting the mental health landscape in Australia at this time in history is truly important and for such a large, complex topic taking on a story like this is extremely bold. The Promise couldn't have tackled this topic any better and I think it's in the way it's been created.

For such a heavy topic I can't believe there were times I actually laughed. The pacing and balance of lighthearted moments to the serious and heart moving bits was perfect. I felt like I was taken on a journey and was guided with love the entire time.

The work that Craig Hamilton has done is trailblazing. He has paved the way for many Australians and now telling his story on screen really speaks to his dedication and loyalty for rewriting the narrative around the Australian health crisis

I'm so happy this documentary was made.

I am genuinely inspired by Jye Currie's documentary The Promise. This is a profoundly important and beautifully crafted film that approaches the topic of suicide prevention with honesty, care, and deep humanity.

What stands out most is Jye's ability to tell personal, raw stories while maintaining respect and sensitivity a balance that many filmmakers struggle to achieve. The film never feels heavy-handed or exploitative; instead, it offers space for reflection, understanding, and, most importantly, hope.

The Promise carries a vital message that needs to be shared widely across Australia. In a time when mental health challenges touch so many lives, this documentary has the power not only to raise awareness but to genuinely save lives. It is the kind of work I would recommend not only to my students but to colleagues, community leaders, and policymakers alike.

Currie has proven himself to be a filmmaker unafraid to take on urgent social issues and with The Promise, he has made something truly impactful.

It's documentaries like this that can actually make a difference. Yes, it's important to draw attention to social issues across the world but how often are solution presented with them?

I love the messaging in this documentary and the call to action at the end. Very well executed and a very bold move in tackling such a complex issue.

I would only recommend watching this film if you're ready to sit down and face the truth about the mental health crisis Australia is facing.