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Angels & Co.

Name: Angels & Co.
Director: Vladimir Rodionov
Released: 2025
Duration: 91 min

Representation Score

6.3/10

Good

2025

Director

Vladimir Rodionov

Runtime

91 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Angels & Co. reimagines mythological figures within a modern, professionalized framework. By presenting divine hierarchies as bureaucratic systems, the film challenges traditional religious archetypes. The production showcases intentional diversity through its casting and the emphasis on female professional ambition. However, the exploration of identity remains somewhat vague, with themes of forbidden love and multi-ethnic casting but lacking specific details on sexual orientation or disability.

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Category Breakdown

Does Angels & Co. have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film explores a forbidden love between Paul and Léa, disrupting the celestial order. While the angels' orientations are not explicitly stated, the theme hints at exploring non-traditional relationships.

How does Angels & Co. portray gender?

Good

Raphaëlle's strong portrayal of professional ambition and drive for promotion to archangel propels the plot. This contrasts with Gabriel's more chaotic nature, highlighting her central role.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Angels & Co.?

Good

The main cast includes actors like Shirine Boutella, reflecting a multi-ethnic ensemble. This casting choice moves away from traditional fantasy clichés to a more globally representative group.

How does Angels & Co. represent religion and culture?

Good

The film critiques religious institutions by portraying heaven as a flawed bureaucratic system. It uses celestial mandates to question absolute institutional authority through a lens of moral relativism.

Does Angels & Co. include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication within the provided narrative or cast details regarding the portrayal of physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Present on Screen

Strong portrayal of female ambition through Raphaëlle's professional goals.
Diverse casting that avoids traditional fantasy homogeneity.
Effective deconstruction of religious hierarchies into relatable systems.

Limited or Absent

Lack of explicit clarity regarding the sexual orientation of the main characters.
No visible representation for physical or neurodivergent disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Paul and Léa should never have met. But ever since, they've been irresistibly drawn to each other. Raphaëlle and Gabriel, two angels who are complete opposites, are forced to team up to put everything back in order and prevent these two humans from falling in love. If the angels fail, ambitious Raphaëlle can kiss her promotion to archangel goodbye. As for the swindler Gabriel, he'll be deposed and must spend eternity on Earth.

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