I'm No Angel
I'm No Angel

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I'm No Angel

1977
Movie
86 min
Japanese

A young couple lives together in a small apartment and struggles to keep their relationship together, despite inertia and financial hardship. Based on the comic Red Colored Elegy by Seiichi Hayashi.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Google Users80%
Director: Harold RamisGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A young woman discovers her ability to communicate with animals and uses it to her advantage. She becomes a famous animal trainer and television personality, but her newfound fame brings unexpected challenges and moral dilemmas. As she navigates the complexities of her career and relationships, she learns valuable lessons about trust, responsibility, and the true meaning of success.

Critical Reception

I'm No Angel was met with mixed reviews from critics, who praised its comedic performances and lighthearted tone, but found the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences, however, largely embraced the film for its humor and heartwarming message, making it a modest box office success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and the chemistry between its lead actors.

  • Appreciated for its unique premise and optimistic outlook.

  • Some critics found the narrative a bit simplistic and the pacing uneven.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'I'm No Angel' for its lighthearted comedy and Gilda Radner's charming performance. Many found the premise of communicating with animals to be a fun and engaging element, leading to memorable comedic situations. Some viewers noted that while entertaining, the film lacked significant depth or surprising plot twists.

Fun Fact

The film's original script was written by a young Harold Ramis, who was inspired by his childhood fascination with animals.

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