Film Review – The Angels’ Share

While in possession of a storied filmmaking career, director Ken Loach
isn’t one to hunt for a laugh. Rarely exposing his funny bone, Loach
aims for a slightly lighter tone with “The Angels’ Share,” though any
smiles are quickly tempered by the crushing reality of human
fallibility. As with any Loach picture, the effort is a mix of emotions
and hardships with a Scottish tilt, yet pockets of brevity are welcome,
permitting the movie an approachability and unpredictability that’s
often missing from the helmer’s work. I’d even go as far as to suggest
“The Angels’ Share” is somewhat charming, which is a reaction not
typically found with a Loach endeavor. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com