
Directed by Wim Wenders, this 1987 film is a poetic exploration of the human experience through the eyes of angels who observe the lives of Berlin’s residents. The story follows one angel, Damiel, played by Bruno Ganz, who becomes enamored with the idea of experiencing life as a human after falling in love with a trapeze artist. The film is renowned for its stunning cinematography, which shifts from black and white to color to symbolize the transition from the spiritual to the human realm. It won the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival and features a memorable performance by Peter Falk, who plays himself. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.