A Rumor of Angels

Description

Oscar® winner* Vanessa Redgrave (Howards End) leads a dazzling cast, including Golden Globe nominee** Ray Liotta (Hannibal), Catherine McCormack (Spy Game), Ron Livingston ( Band of Brothers ) and Trevor Morgan (Jurassic Park III), in this touching drama aboutthe limitless power of friendship and love. Devastated by the loss of his mother, twelve-year-old James (Morgan) endures a lonely summer on Cape Cod until he befriends Maddy (Redgrave), the crazy old lady who lives by the lighthouse. But when James father (Liotta) discovers the otherworldly nature of their conversations, he forbids their friendship putting James newfound belief in the power ofloveand Maddy's belief in the power of lifeto the ultimate test! *1977: Supporting Actress, Julia **1986: Supporting Actor, Something Wild

Customer Reviews:

Like a ninny.......2007-07-05

40 year old guy here. I cried like a ninny through about 80% of this movie. That tops Schindler's List for me ... AND I'M JEWISH!

A very pleasant surprise........2007-05-27

A Rumor of Angels (Peter O'Fallon, 2000)

What a surprising little film this was. I went into it knowing nothing about it other than that it features the winsome Catherine McCormack, with whom I am infatuated beyond all reason, and came out of it realizing I'd been hopelessly maipulated, and didn't care a whit.

The story revolves around a widow, Maddy Bennett (Vanessa Redgrave), and a young boy, James Neubauer (The Prizewinner of Defiance, Ohio's Trevor Morgan). James, whose father Nathan (Ray Liotta) is distant, and who hates his stepmother (McCormack), forms an unlikely solidarity with the old woman after he trespasses on her property and gets scared off when she shoots rock salt at him. The two of them form a friendship fueled by James' fascination with Maddy's stories of her son, who died in the Vietnam war, and who Maddy is convinced sent her Morse code signals after his death telling her that he was at peace and looking down on her from Heaven. His parents, of course, are not thrilled.

This is not a blockbuster by any standards; it's small, quiet, reflective. As such, it was thoroughly overlooked at the box office, playing on just seven screens and grossing something in the vicinity of thirty-one thousand dollars during its two-week run. Thus, chances are you missed it the first time round. Do yourself a favor and rediscover this little gem. *** ½

This is what movies should be all about.......2007-03-18

This has become one of my favorites and I can count those probably on one hand. I have rarely seen a movie that can deal with so many issues, including death, from so many ageless perspectives, be so uplifting, healing, and interesting - all at once. The movie never slows up or drags at any point (keeping even action / adventure buffs watching in my household).

There are a number of issues dealt with including first impressions, family problems, communications and death - from many angles and they were able to do it in such a way that the interpetation is left open for personal viewpoints, and without leaving open ends dangling or skipping over anything.

Plus this is a feel good movie. It's still a drama, but there are many comedic moments, suspense and it ends very satisfyingly. That's not an easy thing to do dealing with the subject matter of death, but it's an important reason why I liked this movie so much and why I will continue to watch it.

Where was this movie? That's a good question.

Slow starter.......2007-01-19

Overall, this is worth watching..maybe more than once: but in that case, fast forward the slow beginning.

One of my favorites.......2006-02-20

I seldom watch a movie twice before I turn it back into the rental store, but I watched this one three times, twice by myself and once to share with a friend. It didn't get a lot of promotion, and it isn't a movie for everyone. But if you like feel good movies and love Vanessa Redgrave, this is a sure winner. Redgrave, as always, delivers a wonderful performance. The friendship between herself and the boy is just one of the many elements that charm you. The magic in this movie is memorable.

Average customer rating:

Like a ninny
A very pleasant surprise.
This is what movies should be all about
Slow starter
One of my favorites

Rumor of Angels (Dol)
Starring: Vanessa Redgrave , Ray Liotta , Catherine McCormack , Trevor Morgan , and Ron Livingston
Director: Peter O'Fallon
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
ProductGroup: Video
Binding: VHS Tape

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ASIN: B000065U5J
Release Date: 2002-06-25