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Angel
The unknown actor Lesha works as animator and doesn’t see a chance of success. Lesha doesn’t understand how he is worse than a well-known actor of numerous sensational movies. In complete despair, he notices a girl on the roof of a house and rescues her from jumping, without suspecting that this will later present him with a chance of finding a way into big cinema.
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Plot Summary
A young Taiwanese dancer, Xiao Ni, grapples with his mother's impending death from cancer while also trying to navigate his burgeoning romantic relationship with his male dance partner. The film explores themes of love, loss, and self-acceptance as Xiao Ni confronts his identity and the fragility of life.
Critical Reception
Angel received modest attention, with critics often highlighting its sensitive portrayal of relationships and its emotional depth, though some found the pacing to be uneven. Audiences generally responded positively to the film's heartfelt narrative and its exploration of LGBTQ+ themes within a family context.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tender exploration of young love and familial bonds.
Noted for its sensitive handling of grief and identity.
Some reviewers found the narrative progression to be somewhat slow.
Google audience: Audience reception details for 'Angel (2020)' on Google are not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film's lead actor, Kai-Hsiang Hsu, is also a professional dancer, which contributed to the authenticity of his performance.
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