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The Better Angels

2014Movie1 h 35 min

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

A hopeful, wholesome drama movie about history and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

At an isolated log cabin in the harsh wilderness of Indiana circa 1817, the rhythms of love, tragedy, and the daily hardships of life on the developing frontier shaped one of our nation’s greatest heroes: Abraham Lincoln. Abe is a thoughtful and quiet boy who spends his days at the side of his beloved mother while learning to work the land from his stern father. When illness takes his mother, Abe's new guardian angel comes in the form of his new stepmother, who sees the potential in the boy and pushes for his further education.

Feels like

  • Biographical Drama
  • Historical Period Piece
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • American Frontier Life
  • Family Relationships
  • Early American History
  • Character-Driven
  • Thoughtful & Reflective
  • Hopeful Outlook

Cast

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Directed by
A.J. Edwards
Written by
A.J. Edwards

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Facts

January 18, 2014 · 1 h 35 min · Drama, History

Released
January 18, 2014
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Genres
Drama, History
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Box office
$70,918
Available in
3 countries

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Better Angels worth watching?"

Questions about The Better Angels

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Is The Better Angels worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 53).

Is The Better Angels okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The Better Angels plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.