Movies About Angels And Demons

[Bharath Capelle]

Wellhere we are at the end of Italy week. I went to the long-awaited movie of Angels and Demons around noon today. I would say it was the equivalent of dining on one of those fancy bakery cakes decorated with lard and sugar icing and fresh violets. Absolutely beautiful, but no substance.

I think that the movie Angels and Demons reflected Angels and Demons the book perfectly. The book was shallow and error-prone. Ron Howard, director of the movie, said in an interview that they stripped away the non-essential things. So what do you have when you take something that is insubstantial to begin with, and strip things away? Certainly not much brain food.

The dialogue, on the other hand can only be called lame. What kind of exposition is it when a Professor of Humanities is having to tell a woman with a PhD in Physics about how Galileo thought that the earth revolved around the sun, and therefore the church excommunicated him? The movie seems to rely more on dramatic music and sound effects than dialogue to move the plot along.

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Many people believe that guardian angels watch over them and protect them from harm. Many Christians even refer to real people as angels when they help them through difficult times. Through faith, we believe that God can inspire our friends or family to be there in our time of need. While you may not have wings or a halo, God can quietly encourage you to be in the right place, at the right time for someone who needs your help.

From a busy business woman who learns what it means to truly have a servant heart, to a group of preteen gamers who rally around their heartbroken online friend, people of all types and from all walks of life are featured in this powerful series about how we can be challenged, encouraged, and ultimately changed in the most unexpected ways from a God who longs for personal relationship with his people. Never preachy, God the Father is featured as the kind of father who meets his children in exactly the way they need, helping them to arrive at the answers they might not even have thought to ask.

Featuring Karen Abercrombie and Cameron Arnett, God sends the archangel, Eden, to Earth where she is placed with people who are about to make a life decision that will impact them and others around them. Will Eden be able to help, or will Lucifer get in the way?

We know, we know, this technically isn't a "movie" about angels, but it's two main characters are indeed angels so we felt it was appropriate to add to this list! There are no chance meetings or coincidences in life. Angels are amongst us and God has sent them on a mission to intercede on behalf of whispered prayers. Every encounter presents a new opportunity to change your approach to life.

Promise, Texas is no place to raise a family. There's no rain, businesses are failing, and kids can't wait to grow up and move away. Some folks say the town is cursed. But just when things are at their darkest, a mysterious boy wanders out of the wilderness with nothing but the clothes on his back and a strange mat tucked under his arm. He has a message for the people of Promise, but they're slow to listen. Confronted by their spiritual shortcomings, the town's indignation turns to outrage. Still, the boy holds true to his message: there is no hope without Christ, and Promise can only be remade through earnest communion with the Father. Who is this boy? Find out only by watching the movie, "I Am Gabriel."

What would happen if you had a personal encounter with Jesus Christ? Get your adrenaline and your faith flowing with this Pure Flix original series about an authoritative, mysterious figure known only as "The Man." Over the course of the series, "The Man" confronts people struggling with a crisis of faith and convinces them to turn away from evil.

The world's greatest atheist has a near-death experience that challenges his views and forces him to reconcile what he witnessed with his firmly-held beliefs about God. Wrestling with his own demons, Dr. Sol Harkens, played by Kevin Sorbo, this is one of the movies about angels and demons that will renew your hope in our God.

When the star soccer player is injured, coach decides to play the water girl, McKenzie. Although not the best, the clumsy girl accepts the challenge and, following a rocky start, actually begins to improve...But what her teammates don't know is that she's not doing it alone. Unable to keep a secret, she reveals to her little brother, Josh, that an angel appeared and granted her three wished. This movie about angels will teach you that miracles really do happen if you believe in yourself...and angels!

This TV series about angels, "The Advocate," is inspired by true events. After a near death experience, a child protective investigator gains extraordinary Holy Spirit gifts, teaming up with detectives to protect and rescue those most vulnerable.

I remember the first "demon" I came across in a film. More accurately, it was a poltergeist. Thought not technically a demonic force the actions of this pesky little spirit were demonic enough. You see, I grew up in the town of Poltergeist, the movie. I used to ride my bike past the poltergeist house in Simi Valley, CA. Each time, images of TVs flicking on by themselves, possessed clowns, and bodies emerging from the front lawn would creep into my mind.

Then, there were the angels. John Travolta as Michael, the post-modern angel-human romance of Wings of Desire (Der Himmel ber Berlin), Clarence in It's a Wonderful Life, or the kickass, androgynous, Tilda Swinton Gabriel in Constantine. No matter the angel movie, I have always preferred them to pop-culture demons (though Paul Bettany's angel in Legion may be an exception).

Over the years, Olatunde and I have had many discussions about how Hollywood attempts to depict the supernatural and how such depictions fare in light of what we find in the pages of Scripture and our own experience. This particular conversation started as an email discussion Olatunde and I were having about the reality of the spiritual and how skewed our perceptions of it can be sometimes. The discussion was good, so I asked him to share it in the Dojo!

If anything, it should be angels who minister to believers. They are the ones who should reveal and inspire the fear and knowledge of God. It is God who should be (and in scripture who is!) feared, not the devil!

The life, death and resurrection of Jesus and the giving of the Holy Spirit to His followers proved this definitively. May God one day raise up within Hollywood those who believe (and have been blessed with the necessary skills and ability!) to reveal this truth to a world that so desperately needs to hear it.

The recent season of the show Good Omens has left audiences spellbound as it masterfully expands on the captivating universe initially crafted by the brilliant minds of Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. One of its main characters, Crowley (David Tennant), is a fallen angel. With its intriguing portrayal of fallen angels and biblical lore, the series has proven to be a resounding success.

The Messengers revolves around the unfortunate aftermath of a mysterious object crashing to Earth, unleashing supernatural forces and triggering a series of catastrophic events. A dysfunctional family moves to a remote sunflower farm, unknowingly becoming the center of an otherworldly battle between good and evil. As they confront malevolent spirits, they discover their unique roles in preventing the impending apocalypse.

Despite its intriguing premise, The Messengers faced considerable challenges in satisfying both audiences and critics. While some appreciated its eerie atmosphere and suspenseful moments, others found its execution lackluster, with the plot feeling formulaic and predictable.

In The Prophecy II, the fallen angel Gabriel (Christopher Walken) continues his quest on Earth, seeking to capture a human soul that can tip the balance of power in the celestial war. Danyael (Russell Wong), an unsuspecting half-human, half-angel hybrid, becomes the target of both angels and demons. In order to prevent the apocalypse, Danyael must embrace his unique heritage.

As the sequel to the underrated cult classic horror filmThe Prophecy, The Prophecy II continues to explore the war between angels. In addition, the film skillfully builds upon the mythos of the first installment, expanding the lore of fallen angels. But while critics praised Walken's portrayal of Gabriel, some felt that the plot lacked the depth and intensity of its predecessor.

The film Gabriel offers an imaginative and stylized depiction of a dystopian world where fallen angels wage war against humankind. Set in the dark and desolate purgatory, the film follows the titular character, played by Andy Whitfield. A fallen angel seeking redemption, Gabriel battles to rescue the soul of a lost young girl, hoping it will bring salvation for both her and himself.

The movie's visually striking presentation and its refreshing twist on celestial beings drew praise from audiences and some critics. It successfully manages to create a haunting and unique world that complements the intriguing narrative. While it may not have garnered significant mainstream attention, Gabriel found an appreciative audience among fans of dark fantasy.

The film expertly explores the concept of fallen angels seeking redemption and the inherent duality of heavenly beings with their own agendas. The film's gritty and dark atmosphere heightens the tension, while Walken's portrayal of the enigmatic Gabriel adds a chilling allure to the narrative. Despite not being a massive commercial success, the movie's thought-provoking plot and charismatic performances have allowed it to earn a dedicated following over the years.

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