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Fallen Angel
Twelve year old Jennifer is unhappy with her widowed mom's relationship with a family friend. Feeling lonely, she readily accepts the friendship of an adult man named Howie and joins the softball team he coaches. Soon, Howie is convincing Jennifer to pose for photographs which become more and more revealing. Howie turns out to be a pedophile who works in child pornography and he plans to make Jennifer a "star". Will Jennifer's mother be able to help her daughter before it's too late?
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Plot Summary
A cynical Angel, played by Lars von Trier, descends to Earth on a mission to discover what makes humans happy. He finds himself drawn to a world-weary singer, portrayed by Charlotte Rampling, who dreams of a better life. Their unlikely connection forms the heart of this darkly comedic and philosophical musical.
Critical Reception
Fallen Angel received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of musical numbers, dark humor, and existential themes. Some found its pacing and tone uneven, but the performances, particularly Rampling's, were widely lauded. The film garnered a cult following for its audacious and unconventional approach.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its bold, unconventional narrative and striking visual style.
Lauded for the captivating performance of Charlotte Rampling.
Criticized by some for its erratic pacing and overly bleak tone.
Google audience: Audience reception for Fallen Angel is not widely documented, but discussions often highlight its distinctive artistic vision and thought-provoking themes, with some finding it a challenging yet rewarding watch.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Jérôme Savary, was known for his avant-garde and often controversial theatrical productions before venturing into filmmaking.
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