City of Angels 1998
“She didn't believe in angels until she fell in love with one.”
What is City of Angels?
The film "City of Angels" is a romantic drama that takes place in Los Angeles. It is centered around a guardian angel who is responsible for watching over the city's citizens.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1998
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 114 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 10, 1998
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Germany, United States of America
- Studios
- Atlas Entertainment, Monarchy Enterprises B.V., Regency Enterprises
- Budget
- $55,000,000
- Revenue
- $198,685,114
- Genres
- Romance, Drama, Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
The film "City of Angels" is a romantic drama that takes place in Los Angeles. It is centered around a guardian angel who is responsible for watching over the city's citizens. This guardian angel becomes fascinated with a strong-willed heart surgeon, leading him to contemplate a significant change in his existence. The guardian angel's interest in the surgeon sparks a romance between the two, which is described as tender but forbidden. The couple's relationship transcends the boundaries of their respective worlds, encompassing both heaven and Earth. The film explores the complexities and challenges of this unlikely romance.
Should you watch it?
“An angel falls for a heart surgeon and contemplates abandoning eternity for love.”
- A heartfelt exploration of love beyond mortality
- Beautiful Los Angeles backdrop
- Blend of drama, fantasy, and romance
- PG-13 rating may limit younger viewers
- Runtime under two hours may feel brief
Watch it if you enjoy tender romantic fantasies about celestial beings choosing humanity.
The film’s romantic and spiritual themes make it suitable for mature teens and adults.
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When was City of Angels released?
City of Angels was released in the United States on April 10, 1998.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama, fantasy, and romance.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 54 minutes.
What is the film’s rating?
It carries a PG-13 rating.
What is the basic premise of the story?
A guardian angel in Los Angeles becomes enamored with a heart surgeon and considers giving up his celestial existence for a mortal life with her.