Review of Angel-A (2005) by Janice : — 12 May 2008
Intriguing, mysterious, seductive, and the list continues. A heart-warming little film sprinkled with cues of Angela's mystical nature and a dash of light humour.
Despite critics I have read previously, I thought the black and white style of this film was aesthestically pleasing to the eye. And after a second thought, it couldn't have been in colour. Just couldn't have. I suspect Luc Besson of utilizing the colour settings as a mode of emphasizing the magic realism of the story - namely Angela, whose blonde mane and little black dress stood out.
Especially impressed with Jamel Debbouze who is usually specialized at making the public laugh. He showed us a more serious side of him, capable of doing some mature stuff.
Overall great film from Luc Besson that I encourage fans and non-fans alike to view multiple times so as to pick up on the subleties hidden all throughout.
This is beautiful. End of story.
This review of Angel-A (2005) was written by Janice : on 12 May 2008.
Angel-A has generally received positive reviews.
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