101 min
Director: Ken Loach
Writer: Paul Laverty (screenplay)
Stars: Paul Brannigan, John Henshaw and Gary Maitland
Country: UK
Language: English
The Angels' Share is a Scottish comedy-drama film directed by Ken Loach, starring Paul Brannigan, John Henshaw, William Ruane, Gary Maitland, Jasmin Riggins, and Siobhan Reilly. It tells the story of a young Glaswegian father who narrowly avoids a prison sentence. He is determined to turn over a new leaf and when he and his friends from the same community payback group visit a whisky distillery, a route to a new life becomes apparent.
The Angel's Share has been met with critical acclaim from critics. Film review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports that 93% of critics gave the film a positive review, based on a sample of only 28 reviews, with a rating average of 7.2 out of 10.(Wikipedia)
This bitter sweet comedy follows protagonist Robbie as he sneaks into the maternity hospital to visit his young girlfriend Leonie and hold his newborn son Luke for the first time. Overwhelmed by the moment, he swears that Luke will not have the same tragic life he has had. Escaping a prison sentence by the skin of his teeth, he's given one last chance......While serving a community service order, he meets Rhino, Albert and Mo who, like him, find it impossible to find work because of their criminal records. Little did Robbie imagine how turning to drink might change their lives - not cheap fortified wine, but the best malt whiskies in the world. Will it be 'slopping out' for the next twenty years, or a new future with 'Uisge Beatha' the 'Water of Life?' Only the angels know.(IMDB)
Awards
Jury Prize: Cannes 2012
BAFTA Scotland Award 2012: Best Actor, Best Writer
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