Our Good Angel
Our Good Angel

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Our Good Angel

1961
Movie
87 min
Greek

After saving the beautiful but frivolous daughter of an austere businessman from an embarrassing situation, a silver-tongued gentleman becomes indispensable to both the firm and her family. Is he, indeed, their good angel?

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jean-Pierre FerrierGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In this French drama, a young man finds himself entangled in a series of moral dilemmas when he takes a job caring for the mistress of a wealthy industrialist. He grapples with his own desires and the complex web of relationships surrounding him, leading to unexpected consequences. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the search for identity in a tumultuous post-war society.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Our Good Angel' received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its artistic direction and the performances of its lead actors, others found its narrative convoluted and its themes underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its experimental approach and others finding it inaccessible.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish cinematography and the chemistry between the leads.

  • Criticized for a fragmented narrative that struggles to maintain coherence.

  • Explores existential themes but is sometimes seen as overly pretentious.

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Fun Fact

The film marked one of the early collaborations between Jean-Paul Belmondo and Anna Karina, who would go on to star in several other significant French New Wave films together.

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