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When he gains an apprenticeship with the Archangel Gabriel, it seems as if his prayers have been answered. But, his “miracles” go largely unnoticed. A disillusioned Jimmy is on the verge of quitting when his father is diagnosed with cancer. He decides to give it one last try: Jimmy deserves a miracle and, maybe, this time it will happen. A bittersweet rights-of-passage from the writer of the acclaimed “Billy Elliot.” The film combines grittiness with fantasy on a tragic-comic foundation and a sensibility that seems distinctly European rather than harking back to Britain’s Realist tradition. Director Udyan Prasad adeptly peels away the layers of Jimmy’s daydreams. Heart-warming is an overused adjective but applied to ‘Gabriel And Me’ it deserves a new currency. – The Scotsman, Richard Mowe As we fly and swoop in on the film in the opening sequence we are given a taste of what is to follow in this graceful movie. Udayan Prasad presents a sensitive and emotive film with great performances from the cast. A film full of wonderful surprises, warmth and spirit. – Now ” Gabriel And Me” is as intelligent as it is emotional. A rich vein of humour runs through the film. Newcomer Sean Ladless is very good with excellent support from Iain Glen and David Bradley. – The ExpressSynopsis
Jimmy Spud is no ordinary eleven year old; while others dream of football and girls, he dreams of becoming an angel.
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A film full of wonderful surprises, warmth and spirit.