Angel Eyes

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Angel Eyes

R

2001

1h 44m

Drama

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While pursuing a suspect one night, Chicago Police officer Sharon Pogue (Jennifer Lopez) nearly becomes the victim of a fatal ambush until a mysterious stranger, Catch (Jim Caviezel), intervenes, disarms the assassin and saves Sharon's life. A concerned citizen who just happened to pass by at the right time? But Sharon and Catch have met once before. As the two fall in love, they discover the truth about each other and are forced to deal with the secrets from their past.

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Critics Consensus

Though the earlier part of the movie suggested something more, the movie turns out to be nothing more than a schmaltzy romance.

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Kim Newman

Empire Magazine

Dec 30, 2006

1/5

Call an ambulance. This mess is in need of a bodybag.

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Geoff Andrew

Time Out

Feb 9, 2006

Lopez is fairly convincing as a tough cookie by day and a lonesome soft-centre by night, but despite their best efforts, neither she nor Caviezel can fight free of the turgid script.

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

Jun 19, 2003

2/4

If they had, they mat have noticed that Angel Eyes isn't a thriller at all, and that the fabled 'twist' ending is only a twist to those that missed the opening twenty minutes of the movie.

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

May 4, 2011

C-

A muddled film, part supernatural, part romantic drama, part urban thriller and not satisfying on any level.

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Michael Dequina

TheMovieReport.com

Apr 4, 2010

3/4

Lopez is now such a multimedia icon that it's easy to forget that her acting skills are what earned her first major notice.

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Kit Bowen

Hollywood.com

Nov 20, 2008

2/5

J. Lo's mass appeal will bring them in, but the mediocrity of the film won't give them much more.

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Fuck T

@RT13857505 4 days ago

I can't stand j-ho! Not to mention, this movie was incredibly boring!

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Nick S

@RT78401329 Sep 24, 2026

Angel Eyes can't decide if it wants to be a family drama, cop thriller, grief study, or romance. It gestures at trauma and forgiveness without digging into the complexities of either. It reads more like two deeply scarred people building a relationship on shaky ground, and the film never stops to question that foundation. Their damaged connection could have been the heart of the story, but instead it's written like a chick flick that throws in heavy themes just to move the plot along, without ever handling them well.

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Farah R.

@Farah May 28, 2026

Certainly not as bad as the ratings and reviews make it seem. Angel Eyes benefits from an intriguing story but mediocre acting and a predictable ending ruin it.

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TheMovieSearch R

@TheMovieSearch Apr 11, 2026

Angel Eyes is a compelling drama that is elevated by Jennifer Lopez, who delivers a strong and emotionally grounded performance. She brings vulnerability and strength to her role, making the story feel more impactful as her character navigates trauma, responsibility, and personal growth. It’s her presence that truly holds the film together and keeps you invested. The film blends romance and drama with a heavier emotional tone, exploring healing and connection through characters dealing with past pain. While the story itself is engaging, the screenplay does have its flaws. Some moments feel uneven, and certain character developments could have been handled better to create a smoother narrative flow. Still, the direction does a good job of pulling you into the story and maintaining an intimate atmosphere. Overall, Angel Eyes is not perfect, but it’s a heartfelt and meaningful film that deserves more appreciation than it often gets.

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Y E

@RT50866050 Jul 7, 2025

I cannot believe that this movie has bad reviews!! The part when he plays his instrument with such sorrow as he had the flashback of the death of his family alone makes this movie worth watching. This is a good movie I was surprised at the rating.

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Todd B

@RT92383055 Apr 8, 2025

A love story that came from a tragedy. Good movie. JLo, J.C., and Terrance Howard played good roles.

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Luis Mandoki

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Sharon

Jim Caviezel

Steven 'Catch' Lambert

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Synopsis

While pursuing a suspect one night, Chicago Police officer Sharon Pogue (Jennifer Lopez) nearly becomes the victim of a fatal ambush until a mysterious stranger, Catch (Jim Caviezel), intervenes, disarms the assassin and saves Sharon's life. A concerned citizen who just happened to pass by at the right time? But Sharon and Catch have met once before. As the two fall in love, they discover the truth about each other and are forced to deal with the secrets from their past.

Director: Luis Mandoki
Producer: Mark Canton
Screenwriter: Gerald Di Pego, Gerald Di Pego
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Canton Company, Angel Eyes Productions, Franchise Pictures
Rating: R (Scene of Sexuality|Language|Violence)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 18, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 2, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $24.0M
Runtime: 1h 44m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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