Cast
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Nora Danish
as Dewi
Fachry Albar
as Reyhan
Ashraf Muslim
as Adam / Faruk
Donita
as Aliyah
Dynas Mokhtar
as Tasya
Bonda Afida
as Nenek Suraya
Joshua Pandelaki
as Pa Haryono
Dewi Irawan
as Bu Yanti
Dewi Amanda
as Amanda
Farali Khan
as Balqish
Salleh Mahmud
as Bashar
Hazlan Mohd Harun
as Dato Nasran
Tini Arshad
as Bidan
Khairul Akek
as Pembantu Bidan
Dato Radzi Mansor
as Dato Radzi
Crew
Director
- Aziz M. Osman
- Herdanius Larobu
Producer
- Mashal Kishore
- Dheeraj Kalwani
- Lily Lokman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Not An Angel's Love examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Aziz M. Osman brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Not An Angel's Love took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 320 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 52 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 13, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 37m