Faraway, So Close! (1993): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Faraway, So Close! is a 1993 fantasy drama directed by Wim Wenders, starring Peter Falk, Lou Reed and Bruno Ganz. It runs 2 hours 26 minutes and earned $810,455 worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Original Song at the Golden Globes 1994. Critics gave it 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.7/10.
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- Runtime
- 2h 26m (146 min)
- Director
- Wim Wenders
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German - Studio
- Sony Pictures Classics
- After the credits
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What Is Faraway, So Close! About?
The premise of Faraway, So Close! without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A guardian angel’s compassionate actions ignite a deep desire for a human connection. As he begins to experience mortal emotions and sensations, the line between the spiritual realm and Earth becomes increasingly indistinct. This sequel tenderly explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the profound meaning of life, examining the challenges and beauty of bridging two different worlds.
Faraway, So Close! Themes & Keywords
· 11 tags- music video
- angel
- berlin germany
- 20th century
- 1990s
- electronic music
- rock music
- pop rock
- pop music
- alternative rock
- guardian angel
Faraway, So Close! Cast
Peter Falk leads the cast, with Lou Reed and Bruno Ganz. Directed by Wim Wenders; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Wim Wenders
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Faraway, So Close! Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Faraway, So Close! 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.7/10.
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IMDb 7.7 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 54% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 87%
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
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TMDB 69% User score
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Faraway, So Close! Plot Summary
What happens in Faraway, So Close! from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the vibrant streets of Berlin, two angels, Cassiel and Raphaella, observe the bustling lives of humans, silently offering their ethereal support. They possess a unique ability to hear the thoughts of those around them, which allows them to provide solace to a dying man in his final moments. Among the mortals, Cassiel becomes increasingly fascinated with his former friend Damiel, who has chosen the earthly realm over his celestial duties. Damiel now runs the delightful Casa dell’Angelo pizzeria, sharing a life filled with love alongside Marion, an enchanting trapeze artist, and their young daughter Doria.
Full summary
The whole story of Faraway, So Close!, scene by scene
Faraway, So Close! Box Office
Faraway, So Close! grossed $810,455 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$810.5K
- US & Canada
- $810.5K
Faraway, So Close! Awards & Nominations
Faraway, So Close! earned 1 award nomination, including Best Original Song at the Golden Globes 1994.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 1994 1 nomination- Nominated Best Original Song
Faraway, So Close! Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Faraway, So Close!.
How Well Do You Know Faraway, So Close!?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the angel who becomes human in the movie?
Faraway, So Close! Also Known As
22 alternative titles, including “Tan Lejos” and “Tan Cerca!”.
- Also known as
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- Tan Lejos
- Tan Cerca!
- Si loin, si proche!
- 멀고도 가까운
- Così lontano così vicino
- Si loin, si proche
- ¡Tan lejos, tan cerca!
- Небо над Берлином - 2
- Tão Longe
- Tão Perto!
- Толкова далеч, толкова близо!
- Так далеко, так близько!
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- 咫尺天涯
- Tão Perto
- Távol és mégis közel
- כה רחוק
- כה קרוב
- Så fjern, så nær
- Tak daleko, tak blízko!
- Niin kaukana, niin lähellä
- Mai departe, așa de aproape!
- Fjärran, så nära!
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Faraway, So Close! FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Faraway, So Close!, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Faraway, So Close!?
Faraway, So Close! runs 2 hours 26 minutes (146 minutes).
When was Faraway, So Close! released?
Faraway, So Close! was released on December 21, 1993.
Who directed Faraway, So Close!?
Faraway, So Close! was directed by Wim Wenders.
More films by Wim Wenders Who is in the cast of Faraway, So Close!?
Faraway, So Close! stars Peter Falk, Lou Reed and Bruno Ganz, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Faraway, So Close! make at the box office?
Faraway, So Close! grossed $810,455 worldwide.
How is Faraway, So Close! rated?
Faraway, So Close! has 7.7/10 on IMDb, 54% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.
Was Faraway, So Close! nominated for any awards?
Faraway, So Close! received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Faraway, So Close! have a post-credit scene?
No. Faraway, So Close! has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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