Review of Angel-A (2005) by Rebecca E — 05 Jan 2008

Beautifully filmed and wonderfully acted fantasy. "Wings of Desire" meets "Its a Wonderful Life" twisted and combined by Luc Besson.

This review of Angel-A (2005) was written by Rebecca E on 05 Jan 2008.

Angel-A has generally received positive reviews.

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