Wings of Desire
1987
Drama / Fantasy
2h08
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Synopsis
Two angels glide through the streets of Berlin, observing the bustling population, providing invisible rays of hope to the distressed, but never interacting with them. When one falls in love with lonely trapeze artist, the angel longs to experience life in the physical world and finds that it might be possible for him to take human form.
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Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by 'Wings of Desire's' poetic and philosophical depth, praising its unique blend of black and white cinematography to distinguish angelic observations from human experiences. The film's exploration of human emotions, love, and existential themes through the eyes of angels resonates deeply, with Bruno Ganz's performance receiving particular acclaim. However, some find the film's pace slow and its whispered dialogues challenging, which might detract from its overall impact for certain audiences.
👍 Unique cinematographic contrast between angelic and human worlds.
👎 Slow pace and whispered dialogues may not appeal to everyone.
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Les scenes sont trop longues. On decroche vite, rien pour retenir l’attention.
