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Archangel

1990Movie1 h 22 minPG-13

Romance
61
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic68–Rotten Tomatoes88%64%
61
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic68–Rotten Tomatoes88%64%

Summary

At the height of the October Revolution during the 1919 allied intervention in Arkhangelsk, the exploits of one-legged Canadian soldier Lt. John Boles are told, after he is taken in from the cold by a dysfunctional Russian family and mistakes a local woman for his presumed dead lover.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Background watch

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Not for comfort, warmth or scares.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Guy Maddin
Written by
George Toles, Guy Maddin, John B. Harvie
Produced by
Greg Klymkiw
Music by
Guy Maddin, Clive Perry

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Facts

September 1, 1990 · 1 h 22 min · PG-13

Released
September 1, 1990
Runtime
1 h 22 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence
Genres
War, Romance, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Canada
Available in
20 countries

Tropes

An Arm and a Leg, Very Loosely Based on a True Story, Headbutt of Love +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Archangel?"

Questions about Archangel

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Archangel?

PlexKanopymyfilmfriend

In the United States, Archangel is free with ads on Plex, Kanopy, and myfilmfriend. It also streams in 13 other countries.

Is Archangel worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 68). Critics rate it higher (78 out of 100) than audiences (64).

Is Archangel okay for kids?

PG-13Violence

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Archangel good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeens

Not really: romance is 3 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Can I half-watch Archangel?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for ambiguity and 7 for complexity.

What tropes does Archangel use?

An Arm and a LegVery Loosely Based on a True StoryHeadbutt of LoveLowered Recruiting StandardsTook a Level in BadassWinged Soul Flies Off at DeathNarratorBeast of BattleDid Not Get the GirlGrievous Harm with a BodyWorld of HamHong Kong Duband 12 more

TV Tropes lists 24 tropes for it, including An Arm and a Leg, Very Loosely Based on a True Story, and Headbutt of Love.