An Angel for May

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An Angel for May

It's a nice enough story, and filmed in just the right touch of romance. Casting is also just right, and the location is true to the story setting. As an adult I like viewing it even if it is meant for children. There are some hidden messages children would never catch, which make it worthwhile to view. But one thing came to mind as soon as the plot became clear. The writer(s) almost MUST have read "Johnny and the bomb" (1996) by Terry Pratchett. There simply are too many parallels for coincidence. Of course I can't go into the details much without disclosing the plot of the story. But some of the characters and the major story line are exactly the same. Read the book and decide for yourself. A great book by the way, even be it for the youth.

This movie is well-crafted on all points, surprising for a TV-movie. The characters are well-acted and believable. The story line is tight and actually has a story. Time travel is more a vehicle for the plot than the focus. I could see someone giving this 9 or 10 stars and I wouldn't disagree with their choice. I give it 8 because I reserve 9 and 10 for "best of the best". This is high quality, well-presented entertainment. Good writing, good directing. Can't think of anything in the film I disliked. Found it enjoyable from beginning to end.

I enjoyed this film very much, having seen it advertised in the TV guide, I eagerly awaited to see it. I actually know Matthew Beard, so was with great delight to see him acting in a major role. I enjoyed the film not only for the fact that the acting was brilliant from all the cast, but the story-line itself was very cleverly written.

This film shows an excellent contrast between the modern world and the war worlds. It lets a modern-day boy see exactly how hard it was for people during a war, and what sort of stuff they had to put up with. It is very emotional but educational at the same time. Plus, the lad in it is fit!!!!!!!!

This is a very sweet film, about a young boy who is able to time travel, but he does so for his friend, May. There were some interesting surprises,and the plot left you always wondering. It is sort of like a MUCH nicer "Butterfly Effect", but still, all in all not the same, but MUCH better. I would recommend this for adults and children alike, and the children may not understand at first, but the message of kindness and caring will surely come through, as May's Angel is a young boy himself. While they have Irish accents, the cast is not hard to understand at all, as they have a very light brogue, and not the heavy accents you see in some movies. Highly recommend to see, if you get the chance.

I really enjoyed this film one night last month when it was playing on my cable TV when I was arbitrarily changing channels. Unlike American films which have to BLOW UP SOMETHING or have some guy getting a shot in the groin, this film was refreshing in its' depiction of young and old people who acted like REAL human beings, in the guise of a romantic/sad/uplifting ghost/time travel story. This genre is rare these days, and seldom done as good as this film. Kudos to the cast, crew, writer and ALL involved. TRULY, a labor of love! Dave Chicago, IL

"An Angel For May" is a pleasant surprise. It is a story of an unhappy boy who is transported back in time to World War II England where he meets and is befriended by May, a victim of the Blitz who has been evacuated to the country after being trapped in the ruins of her family home for a week. Tom's presence seems to heal May. However when Tom is transported back to his own time he learns the fate of May and the family who took him. Tom then struggles to return to the past to save May and the family from their fate. SciFi fans will recognize the principle that you can't change the past and others will enjoy action/adventure of this family drama.

One of the most heartwarming movies that will be remembered for a long time.