Angels Don't Sleep Here
Angels Don't Sleep Here

Angels Don't Sleep Here

2002Movie88 minEnglish

A man is accused of murder and manipulated into a web of deceit as his thought-to-be dead twin brother plots revenge on those who tried to kill him.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: David B. ThorneGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the struggles and triumphs of a determined underdog high school basketball team. Facing numerous challenges, including a lack of resources and personal demons among the players, they must learn to work together. Under the guidance of their dedicated coach, they strive for a championship season against all odds.

Critical Reception

Angels Don't Sleep Here received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its earnest performances and inspirational sports narrative, though some found its plot to be somewhat formulaic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt portrayal of teamwork and perseverance.
  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
  • Some critics found the storyline predictable and lacking originality.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Google reviews is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

Despite its dramatic sports themes, the film was not a major box office success and has a relatively modest following compared to other sports dramas of its era.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review