5.8
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Angel
2007·Movie
·2h 14min·
Angel fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Romantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Romance8
- Pathos7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody4
- Cringe Humor3
World
History, class and money, and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Angel is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's romantic, moving, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, class and money, and growing up
Its world is built around history, class and money, and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
A dreary city tenement provides backdrop to this tale of exclusion and the magic it takes to become accepted
Edwardian England. A precocious girl from a poor background with aspirations to being a novelist finds herself swept to fame and fortune when her tasteless romances hit the best seller lists. Her life changes in unexpected ways when she encounters an aristocratic brother and sister, both of whom have cultural ambitions, and both of whom fall in love with her.
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Questions about Angel
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Angel worth watching?
48
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Angel?
2 h 14 min
Angel runs 2 h 14 min.
Is Angel based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Angel?
Critics50
Audiences43
Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 43 out of 100, so both groups see Angel much the same way.
What language is Angel in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Angel?
15
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What tropes does Angel use?
Driven to SuicideThe MistressHomoerotic SubtextThe Film of the BookDriving a DeskGold DiggerIt's All About MeSmall Town BoredomImpoverished PatricianEiffel Tower EffectMalicious MisnamingSpiteful Spitand 35 more
TV Tropes lists 47 storytelling tropes for Angel, including Driven to Suicide, The Mistress, Homoerotic Subtext.