Review of Michael (1996) by Jenni K — 03 Oct 2008

I really don't like John Travolta or cheesy heaven related story lines but this wasn't totally a write off.

This review of Michael (1996) was written by Jenni K on 03 Oct 2008.

Michael has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Chrysoula B (7) on 27 May 2012

Interesting movie about an earth-bound angel--- only Travolta could pull it off…

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By Beata M (27) on 21 May 2012

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By Ken S (1,985) on 27 Sep 2011

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By Stanley Kauffmann (447) for The New Republic (897) on 11 Nov 2012

John Travolta's charismatic screen presence is the only element that propels Michael over its rough narrative spots and scattered direction…

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By Randy P (605) on 09 Jan 2014

Boring and silly. This is faulted by its tv Movie feel and religious beliefs…

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We all need one at some stage in our life...like sugar in coffee…

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