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A Rumor of Angels

  • 2000
  • PG-13
  • 1h 46m
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6.8/10
1.8K
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A Rumor of Angels (2000)
An old woman helps a young boy resolve his feelings over the death of his mother.
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An old woman helps a young boy resolve his feelings over the death of his mother.An old woman helps a young boy resolve his feelings over the death of his mother.An old woman helps a young boy resolve his feelings over the death of his mother.

  • Director
    • Peter O'Fallon
  • Writers
    • Grace Duffie Boylan
    • James Eric
    • Jamie Horton
  • Stars
    • Vanessa Redgrave
    • Ray Liotta
    • Catherine McCormack
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    6.8/10
    1.8K
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    • Director
      • Peter O'Fallon
    • Writers
      • Grace Duffie Boylan
      • James Eric
      • Jamie Horton
    • Stars
      • Vanessa Redgrave
      • Ray Liotta
      • Catherine McCormack
    • 37User reviews
    • 18Critic reviews
    • 35Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Vanessa Redgrave
    Vanessa Redgrave
    • Maddy Bennett
    Ray Liotta
    Ray Liotta
    • Nathan Neubauer
    Catherine McCormack
    Catherine McCormack
    • Mary Neubauer
    Trevor Morgan
    Trevor Morgan
    • James Neubauer
    Ron Livingston
    Ron Livingston
    • Uncle Charlie
    George Coe
    George Coe
    • Dr. Sam Jenkins
    Michelle Grace
    • Lillian Neubauer
    Karsen Liotta
    Karsen Liotta
    • James as Infant
    Colin Rogers
    • James as a young boy
    • Director
      • Peter O'Fallon
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      • Grace Duffie Boylan
      • James Eric
      • Jamie Horton
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    10RozBrown

    This movie touched my heart and soul like no other

    A Rumor of Angels really moved me. I did not bring nearly enough tissues to get through it. My mom died when I was a little kid and an older aunt guided me through those early years of forming my life's code of ethics. I was right there with the movie from start to finish and want to see it again. Unfortunately Jamie Horton tells me it is closing in Denver after only 2 weeks. I want to send others to go see it. My hat is off to Peter and Jamie for this remarkable story and movie. Well done. Roz Brown Lakewood Colorado
    arthur-saboia

    Heartwarming movie to be long remembered

    What else can be said about Vanessa Redgrave that hasn't been said yet?I think I have the answer for that difficult question. She makes me feel that she's acting specially for me. She makes me remember all I was taught by my parents and the world itself, that one should always be true to himself and never make any concessions to whatever might come between him and his or her beliefs.Nevertheless, this time she outdid herself and managed to have Trevor Morgan contribute with his huge talent to her brilliant performance , thus delighting us all. Bravo once again Vanessa! Bravo ,endearing child Travor who one day shall be sitting alongside all the "sacred monsters" of the film industry. Last but not least,I honestly hope that Peter O'Fallon continues selecting scripts that will hold audiences in suspense for a long long time.
    9lisaanddave

    A Rumour of Angels

    I give 'A Rumour of Angels' a 9 out of 10. Redgrave was wonderful in this role. I have recently lost my mother and found this movie to be heart warming and comforting. I work in the spiritual field as well and it is quite informative and true to life. It really does make you remember the little things that elusive 'I love you' is far more important than most people realize.... It also reminds us of an age old fact of life you cannot judge a book by it's cover. James family wanted to dislike Redgrave's character simply because they didn't understand what she was teaching James. I would recommend this movie to anyone believing in angels and afterlife and as comfort to those who are grieving. Thumbs up from ME!! lisaanddave
    10gracecc5249

    You really don't need another summary, there's a bunch before me. If you don't know what the movie is basically about by now, you're never gonna figure it out.

    Before I saw this movie the first time, I looked for reviews and the only ones I found were not great. But as usual I don't pay heed to critics. I watch it and use my own judgment. I was so glad I watched this one. It has become one of my favorites and it will become one of yours, too, I'm sure. If you have ever lost someone in your life this is a must see. I'm not very religious and have become less since the death of a loved one. But it would be wonderful to believe that there are angels and that when it's my turn that I will eventually see my aunt, who was my best friend, again. This movie is entirely rewarding, genuinely uplifting, and in plain terms made me feel a lot less depressed. Vanessa Redgrave has never been one of my favorites, I remember her from the sixties and she just ticked me off. But her acting in this is a real treat, she looks fantastic for her age, and I would kill for her hair. We could all use a Maddie Bennett in our lives. I actually own two of these, so if one gets damaged I have one to fall back on. So buy or rent this movie if you haven't seen it. Better yet buy it - you're gonna want to watch it more than once!
    10Ellie-23

    Beautiful story.

    This is one I will buy for our library, it is so touching and involves all your emotions. Redgrave is spectacular and so are the other major characters. You will never look at a lighthouse in the same way again.

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      Though she carries a side by side double barreled shotgun, we hear the sound of a pump action and she fires a third shot with no sound of reloading.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Mysterious Ways: Listen (2002)
    • Soundtracks
      Symphony No. 39 in E Flat Major, K. 543
      Menuetto: Allegretto-Trio

      by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

      Performed by The English Concert

      Trevor Pinnock, conductor

      Courtesy of Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Hamburg

      A Universal Music Group Germany

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    • Release date
      • 2001 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • A Rumour of Angels
    • Filming locations
      • Crystal Crescent Beach, Nova Scotia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Cinetel Films
      • Motion Picture Corporation of America (MPCA)
      • Rumor Productions NS Inc.
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $38,610
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $17,766
      • Feb 3, 2002
    • Gross worldwide
      • $38,610
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 46m(106 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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