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Evil Angels

1988·Movie
2h 0min·PG-13
82
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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

A family torn apart. A public filled with outrage. A woman accused of murder.

Based on the true story of Lindy Chamberlain who, during a family camping trip to Ayers Rock in central Australia, claimed she witnessed a dingo take her baby daughter, Azaria, from their tent. Azaria's body was never found and, after investigations and two public inquests, she is charged with murder.
True Crime DramaLegal InjusticeMedia ScrutinyPowerful ActingAustralian HistoryTragic MotherhoodPsychological StrainEmotional WrenchingBiographical AccountCourtroom Tension

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Evil Angels

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Evil Angels legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Evil Angels worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 94%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Evil Angels rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Evil Angels?

2 h 0 min

Evil Angels runs 2 h 0 min.

Is Evil Angels based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Evil Angels?

Critics94
Audiences72

Not quite. Critics rate Evil Angels higher (94) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Evil Angels a box office hit?

Budget$15 million
Box office$7 million

No. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 46% of its budget.

What language is Evil Angels in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Evil Angels?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Evil Angels in 48 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Evil Angels use?

Convicted by Public OpinionConviction by ContradictionBased on a True StoryBittersweet EndingReasonable Authority FigureSmoking GunOh, Crap!Let Me Get This Straight...Gossip EvolutionDeadly DingosMiscarriage of JusticeHappily Marriedand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Evil Angels, including Convicted by Public Opinion, Conviction by Contradiction, Based on a True Story.