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When an Angel Fell in Love
Gosuke was a school teacher, but in the past, he made a male student commit suicide after an illicit love affair. After changing jobs to work as a hotel escort for men, Gosuke felt a sense of emptiness as he was forced to have persistent sex every day. Then, one day, a naked angel descended. Daniel, an angel who had just become human, stays in Gosuke's room. Daniel, the angel who fell in love with Gosuke, who was nearing death, was deceived by his clever words...
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Plot Summary
A lonely, aging art collector becomes infatuated with a young prostitute named Anya, whom he perceives as an angel. He attempts to purchase her affection and transform her into his idealized companion, leading to a series of complex and tragic interactions.
Critical Reception
This film garnered a highly polarized reception. While some critics lauded its artistic ambition, philosophical depth, and striking visuals, others found its pacing slow, its themes unsettling, and its narrative unsatisfying. It is often considered a challenging but rewarding experience for those who connect with Sokurov's distinct cinematic style.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its haunting atmosphere and philosophical exploration of love and obsession.
Criticized for its deliberate pacing and bleak narrative.
Noted for its unique, dreamlike visual style.
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Fun Fact
The film's title in Russian is 'Moloch', which refers to a Canaanite deity associated with child sacrifice, hinting at the darker themes explored within the narrative.
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