Sat, 22 Feb
|Bellingen
Saturday Night Movie - Wings of Desire (German w/English Subtitles)
An angel tires of his ethereal life overseeing the activity of Berlin's residents, and longs for the tangible joys of physical existence when he falls in love with a mortal. Beyond ravishing, Wings of Desire is Wim Wenders' is aching and heartbreaking exploration of how love makes us human.
Time & Location
22 Feb 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bellingen, 87 Hyde St, Bellingen NSW 2454, Australia
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About the event
"Wings of Desire" is a 1987 German film directed by Wim Wenders that explores the themes of love, longing, and the human experience through a unique narrative lens. Set in Berlin before the fall of the Wall, the film follows two angels, Damiel (played by Bruno Ganz) and Cassiel (played by Otto Sander), who observe the lives of the city's inhabitants from above.
The angels are invisible to humans, listening to their thoughts and providing silent comfort to those in distress. Damiel becomes increasingly captivated by the beauty of human life and the emotions that come with it. His fascination deepens when he encounters a beautiful circus performer named Marion (played by Solveig Dommartin). Struck by her vulnerability and passion, Damiel yearns to experience the world as a mortal.
In a pivotal moment, Damiel decides to renounce his angelic existence and embrace humanity, allowing himself to feel love, pain, and…