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An African slave boy becomes a cultured man and court mascot, but his secret marriage threatens his position.
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In early 18th century an African slave boy is chosen by a European Comtesse to be baptized and educated. Reaching adulthood, Angelo achieves prominence and becomes the Viennese court mascot until he decides to secretly marry a white woman.
"Presented at prestigious film festivals such as San Sebastián or Toronto, 'Angelo' is an Austrian period and biographical film about the life of Angelo Soliman, who was born and sold as an African slave during the 18th century and achieved prominence among the Vienna court as a cultured man, even becoming trusted by the emperor. It's a fascinating story that, in Hollywood hands, would have fallen into cheap sentimentality. Here, though, what we have is a calculated and even critical look at racism, with rigid photography and editing that allows palpable tension from a screenplay and performances that bring to light aspects such as racist guilt and the white savior complex. It's set in the 18th century, but sadly still echoes today."