A Rumor of Angels

A young boy named Ben, still grieving the loss of his mother, is sent to live with his estranged grandfather after his father's death. In his new surroundings, he encounters a mysterious woman who may be an angel. As Ben navigates his grief and his grandfather's stoic demeanor, he finds solace and a path to healing through this extraordinary connection.

A Rumor of Angels received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found the film's premise intriguing but its execution lacking. While some praised the performances, particularly Vanessa Redgrave's, many felt the story was too predictable and struggled to balance its dramatic elements with its supernatural themes. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the emotional core and others finding it melodramatic.

• Praised for its strong performances, especially by Vanessa Redgrave.
• Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven handling of its fantasy elements.
• Found to be overly sentimental by some reviewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a touching, albeit sometimes melodramatic, story about grief and faith. Many appreciated the emotional depth and the performances, while some felt the plot was a bit too sentimental or predictable.

The film was adapted from the novel 'Little Monk's Amulet' by Lois M. Cohen.