Angel of Mine
Angel of Mine

Angel of Mine

2019Movie98 minEnglish

A woman grieving over the death of her daughter loses grip of reality when she begins to think her girl may still be alive.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes59%
Metacritic50/100
Google Users70%
Director: Kim FarrantGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Lizzie, is haunted by the death of her son in a tragic accident. A year later, she becomes convinced that her neighbor's daughter is her own child, who she believes was swapped at birth. As Lizzie's obsession grows, her ex-husband and her former friend become increasingly concerned about her mental state and the safety of the child.

Critical Reception

Angel of Mine received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its psychological tension and Noomi Rapace's performance, while others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the emotional depth and suspense, while others felt the film did not fully deliver on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Noomi Rapace delivers a compelling performance as a grieving mother.
  • The film builds suspense effectively, exploring themes of loss and obsession.
  • However, some critics found the plot to be derivative and lacking originality.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a suspenseful and emotionally engaging drama, with many highlighting Noomi Rapace's strong performance. Some viewers felt the story was predictable, but the overall sentiment was positive, appreciating the exploration of grief and maternal instincts.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Kim Farrant, stated in interviews that she aimed to explore the profound nature of maternal love and loss, drawing inspiration from real-life stories of grief and obsession.

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SWITCH.

There are some interesting moments and solid performances in ‘Angel of Mine’, but more often than not, the film simply doesn’t deliver as a viscerally unsettling thriller, tense psychodrama or even as a soap opera. - Jake Watt Read Jake...