Angel (2008)
Genre : Drama, Romance
Runtime : 1H 44M
Director : Colin Nutley
Synopsis
Angelica "Angel" Holst was a celebrated rockstar in the '80s, but since then her fame and popularity has faded. Now it's time to step back into the spotlight – but to reach the top again she needs media attention, and the question is what price Angel is willing to pay to get back?
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