When I first learned about Freeform’s upcoming original Christmas movie “Angry Angel” back in April, my spirit was immediately on guard- regarding the name of the movie and the short synopsis that was given, at the time. (see *here* or below...)
The original synopsis…
ORIGINAL MOVIE - "ANGRY ANGEL" (WORKING TITLE) - Premiering December 2017
From director/producer Will Gluck of "Easy A" and "Annie" comes "Angry Angel" (working title), the story of a young woman who tries to get back to heaven after she seriously messes up. During this quest, she bumps into the love of her life and suddenly heaven doesn't seem so great after all. Think "It's a Wonderful Life" for the Snapchat generation. Produced by Olive Bridge Entertainment in association with Sony Pictures Television, Will Gluck and Richard Schwartz will serve as executive producers. "Angry Angel" (working title) is an all-new scripted two-hour movie, premiering in December 2017.
At the time (back in April) I shared these thoughts….
My Take:
As I read and re-read the description above for "Angry Angel," it sounds like to me, Hollywood is attempting, once again, to skew our religious beliefs. One does not "mess up" and leave heaven. We are saved by God's grace.
This would not be the first time that Freeform/ABC Family's so called Holiday programming was less than family-friendly or respectful of religious beliefs, or the Christmas holiday. ("Christmas Cupid" is a prime example)
I personally found the title of the movie, "Angry Angel," to be extremely offensive. To portray an Angel as Angry over frivolous (worldly) matters - is quite demeaning. Since this is the working title, it may change before it airs on TV, this Christmas, but I still want to caution you all - I have a strong feeling that this movie may not be in the same sweet-nature as Clarence, in "It's a Wonderful Life." (as they claimed)
And now…
Since then, a cast has been named for this made-for-TV movie… Jason Biggs (Orange is the New Black), Brenda Song (Pure Genius), Ricky Mabe (Preacher), Andrew Bachelor (Meet the Blacks) and Andy Favreau (The Mick).
And a new synopsis via Freeform…
(NOT for children to read, please!)
“Angry Angel follows a young woman turned angel, Allison Pyke (Song), who is stuck on Earth and can’t seem to ring the right bells in order to pass through those pearly gates into heaven. When the love of her life, Patrick (Mabe), shows up in New York City, it complicates Pyke’s journey as well as frustrates her angel mentor Jason Biggs (Biggs). The not-so-merry situation also turns into an unexpected love triangle with her friend with sometimes benefits, Barker (Favreau).”
My Take #2:
All of my concerns over this new Holiday movie, “Angry Angel,” have been completely justified in this new synopsis. Everything about this production twists reality and the spiritual realm entirely upside down.
Freeform’s “Angry Angel” is a complete mockery of Christianity and celestial beings… featuring a (“supposed return-to-earth”) angel who is in love with two men, one who is a friend, (and I QUOTE) “with sometimes benefits.” (This is blatant immorality.)
I am not surprised over what Freeform (who has increasing gone the way of the world) has created here, but I am deeply offended that they are boldly taking something so Holy and Precious, as one of God’s Angels, and making a deceptive parody of them. This caricature is completely false. Blasphemy. Sacrilegious. They must have no shame or respect for God’s Holy Word as they attempt to destroy something so sacred. Angels are supernatural messengers of God… holy, mighty and powerful!
Please – everyone do everything you can to warn your family and friends NOT to watch “Angry Angel” this holiday season on Freeform. This is not a cute little Christmas TV movie they are making here. They are trying to send a message– attempting to mock and destroy the very truth of God’s Word.
I am saddened to share this news, but I just had to inform you all of the worldly content within this movie. Please, join me in praying for those involved with this production.
Blessings, Net
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