
Zing
2011

Representation Score
Fair
2017
GDirector
Miguel Ángel Uriegas
Runtime
90 minutes
Average Rating
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Angel On The Clock stands out by replacing conventional animation adventure clichés with a deep meditation on mortality. By focusing on a child battling leukemia, the film avoids sugar-coating the harsh realities of chronic illness. Instead, it gives the protagonist a significant role in negotiating her reality through a metaphysical lens. While the film does not directly address identity politics or intersecting social hierarchies, it excels as a poignant exploration of human vulnerability. The production prioritizes emotional depth and existential inquiry over glossy commercial structures.
Category Breakdown
The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or explore non-cisgender identities.
A young girl is the main character and drives the plot forward. She plays a significant role in navigating the film's emotional and metaphysical challenges.
As a Mexican production, the film provides a non-Western perspective. Prominent Mexican actors contribute to a cultural framework outside the usual Anglo-centric viewpoint.
The story delves into themes of mortality and existentialism through a fantasy lens. It steers clear of traditional moral frameworks by emphasizing the importance of living in the moment.
The protagonist's struggle with leukemia is central to the narrative. Her physical vulnerability acts as a catalyst for her interactions with the supernatural elements.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
A girl with leukemia meets the strange angel that lives on her watch, so she asks him to stop the time.

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