Movie spotlight
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"ANGLE, with its brief black and white shots, almost always plunging and oblique, of naked bodies or parts of bodies, is a film of rupture. Punctuations of black primers break up the filmic continuity, isolating snapshots or brief furtive movements: the body rolling over itself, colliding with the other or falling (these terrible falls, as sharp as a fainting spell, like that of the hero of The Andalusian Dog, whose hand, as he falls, brushes for a moment against the naked back of a beautiful, insensitive woman, and which is, it seems to me, the most striking representation of the link between passion in love and death that can be given). Often these movements are repeated and the actors seem to be the descendants of Muybridge's bonshommes lost in a white room. At the end - this is the longest shot in the film - in a corner of the room, one of the two actors remains crouched, hiding his eyes in his hands. Then the corner reappears, empty."
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Plot Summary
A young girl named Molly is orphaned after her parents are murdered by a serial killer known as the "Raincoat Killer." Witnessing the crime, Molly flees into the wilderness and is taken in by a reclusive artist. Years later, the killer, now targeting teenage girls, resurfaces, and Molly, now an adult, must confront her past and the killer who ruined her life.
Critical Reception
Angel is a cult horror film, often cited for its gritty atmosphere and unsettling portrayal of violence. While not a critical darling upon release, it has gained a following among horror aficionados for its raw intensity and memorable villain. Audience reception is divided, with some appreciating its dark tone and others finding it overly graphic.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its bleak and disturbing atmosphere.
Criticized for graphic violence and a predictable plot.
Appreciated for its unique, albeit grim, portrayal of a vigilante killer.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, with many scenes taking place in the notoriously gritty areas of the city at the time, contributing to its dark visual style.
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