Angel
Angel

Angel

1937Movie91 minEnglish

While vacationing without her busy British diplomat husband, a married woman falls for another man.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Director: Ernst LubitschGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A mysterious and alluring woman known only as Angel arrives in Paris and quickly becomes involved with a wealthy and married industrialist. Their passionate affair is complicated by the man's oblivious wife and Angel's own enigmatic past. As their relationship deepens, Angel grapples with her feelings and the consequences of her unconventional choices.

Critical Reception

Angel received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. While Marlene Dietrich's performance and Ernst Lubitsch's direction were generally praised for their sophistication and wit, some critics found the plot to be somewhat melodramatic and less engaging than Lubitsch's previous works. Audience reception was moderate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Marlene Dietrich delivers a captivating performance as the enigmatic Angel.
  • Ernst Lubitsch's signature sophisticated direction is evident, though the narrative may lack the sparkle of his earlier comedies.
  • The film offers a mature exploration of love and societal expectations.

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

Fun Fact

Marlene Dietrich reportedly insisted on wearing her own jewelry for the film, which added to the character's opulent yet elusive persona.

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Ernst Lubitsch has managed not only to assemble three strong character actors here, but he also manages to get them to play well with/against each other without the whole thing descending into predicable melodrama. The lynch pin of the plot...