A beautiful woman helps an inept scam artist get his game together.
Director:
Luc BessonWriter:
Luc Besson
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Cast
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Venus Boone | ... |
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Jérôme Guesdon | ... |
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Le planton US
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Solange Milhaud | ... |
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Laurent Jumeaucourt | ... |
Le dragueur
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Franck-Olivier Bonnet | ... |
Le dernier client
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Plot Summary
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Plot Synopsis
Storyline
André, a small-time ex-convict, seems to owe money to everyone in Paris, including a crime boss who promises to kill him if he doesn't repay him by midnight. After failing to find protection from the American embassy and the French police, a despairing André scrambles onto a bridge over the Seine, intending to leap to his death. He is surprised to see a tall, beautiful girl clinging to a rail on the same bridge, apparently preparing to end her life as well. She jumps, and he jumps too, suddenly resolving to save her life. After scrambling ashore, she tells him her name is Angel-A. Together, they take a cruise on the Seine, repay André's creditors, visit a Parisian nightspot, and more, as Angel-A helps André. He learns that for this purpose she has fallen out of the sky and into his life. André finds himself falling in love with this mysterious beauty. Written by Charles Delacroix
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for language and some sexual content | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
FranceRelease Date:
21 December 2005 (France) See more »Also Known As:
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Box Office
Budget:
€15,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$1,436,391 (France), 23 December 2005Opening Weekend USA:
$39,234, 27 May 2007, Limited ReleaseGross USA:
$202,200, 30 September 2007Company Credits
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Black and WhiteAspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1
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Trivia
In real life, Jamel Debbouze lost the use of his right arm in an accident in 1990. This is why his character in the film keeps his hand in his pocket throughout. See more »Goofs
When Andre is talking with Angel-a right after her rescue, his necklaces changes position in and out of his shirt. See more »Frequently Asked Questions
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This film made me shed a tear or two (but then I am an emotional soul!). The comedic aspects, such as the total physical difference between the leads and the strength of the Angela were well placed. The reason for Angela coming into the life of Andre and her true identity could have been very tactlessly handled and cheesy in a Disney kind of way, but Besson made it seem as natural as catching a bus. Subtitles normally irritate me, but I didn't seem to notice them in this film. Paris in black and white is also very evocative and the filming was great in my opinion. I would recommend this film to anyone who fancies a fairly short film that makes you think about whether you appreciate your inner beauty and qualities.