The Better Angels(2014)
The Better Angels Synopsis
At an isolated log cabin in the harsh wilderness of Indiana circa 1817, the rhythms of love, tragedy, and the daily hardships of life on the developing frontier shaped one of our nation’s greatest heroes: Abraham Lincoln. Abe is a thoughtful and quiet boy who spends his days at the side of his beloved mother while learning to work the land from his stern father. When illness takes his mother, Abe's new guardian angel comes in the form of his new stepmother, who sees the potential in the boy and pushes for his further education.
The Better Angels (2014) is a drama and history film directed by A.J. Edwards, released on January 18, 2014 with a runtime of 1h 35m. It stars Diane Kruger, Jason Clarke, Brit Marling and Wes Bentley. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 47 ratings.
- Director:
- A.J. Edwards
- Writers:
- A.J. Edwards
- Producers:
- Terrence Malick, Nicolas Gonda, Charley Beil
- Cinematographer:
- Matthew J. Lloyd
- Composer:
- Hanan Townshend
- Production:
- Brothers K Productions
- Revenue:
- $70,918
- Status:
- Released
The Better Angels (2014) Trailer
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The Better Angels Cast & Crew
Main cast
Diane Kruger
as Sarah Lincoln
Jason Clarke
as Tom Lincoln
Brit Marling
as Nancy Lincoln
Wes Bentley
as Mr. Crawford
- Braydon Denney
Braydon Denney
as Abraham Lincoln
- Cameron Mitchell Williams
Cameron Mitchell Williams
as Dennis
- McKenzie Blankenship
McKenzie Blankenship
as Sally
- Ryan McFall
Ryan McFall
as Johnny
- Madison Stiltner
Madison Stiltner
as Matilda
- Bruce Bayard
Bruce Bayard
as Oncle Samuel
Veanne Cox
as Tante Elizabeth
Robert Vincent Smith
as Révérend Elkins
Key crew
Directed by A.J. Edwards, written by A.J. Edwards, produced by Terrence Malick, Nicolas Gonda and Charley Beil.
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The Better Angels Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 47 ratings.
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The Better Angels – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Better Angels online?
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The Better Angels (2014) is currently available to rent or buy from Orange VOD, Sooner, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max and Canal VOD. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Better Angels?
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The main cast of The Better Angels (2014) includes Diane Kruger, Jason Clarke, Brit Marling, Wes Bentley and Braydon Denney. The film was directed by A.J. Edwards. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Better Angels released?
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The Better Angels was released on January 18, 2014 and runs for 1h 35m.
Is The Better Angels worth watching?
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The Better Angels (2014) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 47 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Better Angels?
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Yes. The official The Better Angels trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.