Wings of Desire (1987)

In the ethereal realm of West Berlin, two angels, Damiel and Cassiel, exist in a dimension invisible to all but their own kind and innocent human children. They are timeless entities, their existence predating that of mankind. Their days are consumed with observing and safeguarding the life of the city, a silent comfort to the troubled even when their efforts go unnoticed. Their current focus includes an eclectic mix of souls: the cast and crew of a WWII-set detective movie, featuring the emotionally insightful Peter Falk; an elderly man named Homer, searching for everlasting tranquility; and a struggling circus troupe, prematurely shut down due to financial strife. One day, Damiel confesses a yearning to Cassiel, revealing a desire to transcend his celestial form and embrace the human experience. He craves the sensory and emotional richness that humanity offers, aware that such a transformation is irreversible. His yearning is intensified by his blooming love for Marion, a trapeze artist from the beleaguered circus. Yet, he knows that in choosing mortality, he faces the risk of not finding Marion or of his affections remaining unreciprocated. Despite the uncertainties, Damiel is prepared to embrace humanity with its alluring imperfections and limitations, while his angelic companions may yet have a role to play in shaping his destiny. "Wings of Desire" is a transcendental voyage of an angel's pursuit of the human condition, a testament to the enigmatic blend of joy, sorrow, and love that defines our existence.

Wings of Desire is a drama movie featuring Scott Kirby and directed by Wim Wenders.

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