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  • Actors: Rie Rasmussen, Jamel Debbouze, Gilbert Melki, Serge Riaboukine, Akim Chir
  • Directors: Luc Besson
  • Writers: Luc Besson
  • Producers: Luc Besson, Mehdi Sayah
  • Format: Anamorphic, PAL
  • Language French, Spanish
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Optimum Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 29 Jan 2007
  • Run Time: 87 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000KRNMJE
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 4,672 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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It’s been some time some French director Luc Besson stepped behind the camera. And truthfully, Angel-A, good as it is, is a little underwhelming, particularly when you see that Besson’s curriculum vitae includes Leon, The Big Blue and The Fifth Element.

Still, that’s not to say that Angel-A is a film without merit. Quite the contrary, in fact, as this simple, diverting tale has plenty in its corner. Andre, played by Jamel Debbouze, is just about to end his life. When we meet him, he’s heavily in debt and he chooses to drown himself in the River Seine. Yet he’s saved by the mysterious Angel-A of the film’s title (played by Rie Rasmussen), and she offers to help Andre pull through his current problems. Thus, the stage is set for a pleasant, engaging mix of comedy, drama and a dose of romance, made all the stronger by its likeable lead actors.

While Angel-A is undoubtedly lacking the ambition of some of Besson’s earlier work, it’s a film that’s hard not like. It’s beautifully shot, tightly put together and thrives on its ultimate simplicity. It won’t be a dish to everyone’s taste, but it’s nonetheless likely to reward the majority who are tempted to give it a spin. --Jon Foster

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From the visionary director of the modern cinema classics Nikita, The Big Blue, Subway and Leon comes a compelling romantic fable set in Paris, the world¹s most beautiful city.

Angel-A begins when two strangers meet on a bridge one morning. Looking to escape his past Andre (Jamel Debbouze) accepts the help of the mysterious Angela (Rie Rasmussen) and sets in motion a chain of events that will change his life forever. Beautiful in its simplicity, Angel-A is a striking, supernatural love-story and the first film Besson has directed for over seven years.

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25 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb modern day fairy-tale, 25 Feb 2007
By L. Davidson (Belfast, N.Ireland) - See all my reviews
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I have no hesitation in giving top marks to this stylish French film. It is filmed beautifully in monochrome, the acting performances from Rie Rasmussen and Jamel Debbouuze are impeccable ,the musical soundtrack is enchanting and the storyline is captivating.Debbouze plays a businessman,Andre, up to his ears in debt to a number of dangerous criminals, while the svelte,stunning Rasmussen plays a mysterious stranger whose name,Angela, provides a clue to her real identity.Their paths cross on a bridge and the pair gradually build up a close relationship as Angela assists Andre with his debt problems and helps him feel better about himself and life in general. The on screen chemistry between the unlikely pair is very strong and the film touches on a number of key themes such as the transforming power of love, the unnoticed influence of the supernatural and the importance of a sense of amour propre. Quirky and idiosyncratic, romantic and witty, "Angel-A" is one of the best films that I have seen this year.
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19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Welcome back Monsieur Besson., 8 Jan 2007
By Charles Wolf "Lupaster" (Italia) - See all my reviews
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The last time Luc Besson directed a movie was back in 1999, now he's back on the director's chair, and the result is a great achievement indeed.

The cast is part of the magic, Jamel Debbouze (you might know him as the slightly retarded grocer's assistant in "Amelie") is particularly good as the nervous André. The Dannish Rie Rasmussen, a sexy blond goddess with legs that go all the way to the sky, takes a little more time to convince as Angela. However, there is a certain chemistry between the two of them. The other characters are merely caricatured portraits of criminals and gangsters.

As soon as the movie begins, we're presented with beautiful scenes from Paris, all in an appropriate and superb black and white, which is still one of the bests I've ever seen in a movie.

Along the movie you'll unconscionably perform some introspections at the very same time the main actor does them, so in the end you'll come out of the movie feeling very good (or not?) about yourself.

So, in a brief summary, you'll have access to stunning visuals with wonderful filming perspectives (the french don't play with that), a sense of humor which is to die for, a superb story with virtually no plot flaws, and an unpaid visit to the shrink.

It is without a doubt a wonderful movie. A must see.
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15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars unexpected delight, 9 May 2007
I bought this dvd with very little knowledge of the film itself, being attracted by the Director (whose previous films I've enjoyed) and the rather striking box art. Boy, am I glad I took the plunge (no pun intended!). The story itself is very simple but this allows us to concentrate on the, almost palpable ,growth of love and respect between the two main characters leading to one of the most moving pieces of understated acting I've ever seen in the 'mirror scene'. This is a romantic film that even 'blokes' will love!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A simple message but beautifully spelled out
I've watched this film three times since acquiring it a couple of weeks ago, and all with whom I've shared it have been similarly touched. Read more
Published 1 month ago by John Ferngrove

5.0 out of 5 stars French forte
This film is exemplary of French cinema - it doesn't fluff out the content with irrelevant drivel like a lot of American films. Beautiful camera work, beautiful city. . . Read more
Published 4 months ago by B. Hamilton

5.0 out of 5 stars LEARN TO LOVE YOURSELF . . .
This is a lesson in "less is more" film-making. Luc Besson once again gives us a quirky unusual take on life and presents us with Andre, the born loser, and Angela, the woman who... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Pw Howe

2.0 out of 5 stars Pretty and stylised but lacking in something
Angela is very pretty and Andre is quite charming, but this film tends to be didactic at times. Paris makes a fine backdrop, but the film begins to drag from quite early on. Read more
Published 6 months ago by William Cohen

4.0 out of 5 stars Visually stunning
This film is visually beautiful. Unfortunately I found Jamel Debbouze's character deeply annoying and the dialogue in the second half of the film quite cheesy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by T. Rogers

4.0 out of 5 stars Modern-day fairy story
This is an unusual film. I can only describe it as a fairy story set in a contemporary setting. It was filmed in black and white, mostly at night, which emphasizes the pit of... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Bluebell

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Cinema Gem!
Recently purchased dvd's " The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" and "Angel-A". I purchased because of reviews I had read. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr. Douglas P. Taylor

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully filmed and staged.
I bought this on the strength of the Amazon reviews and Luc Besson's name. What a good purchase it turned out to be! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Francesca Cook

5.0 out of 5 stars shocked
i also am shocked at the bad review here, i thought the film was fabulous, i'm don't going to go into detail as to why it's fabulous. it just is, needs no explaining. :)
Published 15 months ago by T. H. Cross

4.0 out of 5 stars Another classic from Luc Besson
I wasn't convinced I would enjoy this film. Black & white? A supernatural love story? Not me guv.

The film begins by introducing Andre, the hopeless conman who has a... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr P

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