Sorry Angel Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Sorry Angel.
Sorry Angel Ending Explained: At once an intimate chronicle of a romance and a sprawling portrait of life in early 1990s France following the intertwining journeys of Jacques, a worldly Parisian writer, and Arthur, a curious, carefree and much-younger university student who is just beginning to live. Directed by Christophe Honoré, this 2018 comedy film stars Pierre Deladonchamps (Jacques Tondelli), alongside Vincent Lacoste as Arthur Prigent, Denis Podalydès as Mathieu, Adèle Wismes as Nadine. With a 6.8/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Sorry Angel?
At once an intimate chronicle of a romance and a sprawling portrait of life in early 1990s France following the intertwining journeys of Jacques, a worldly Parisian writer, and Arthur, a curious, carefree and much-younger university student who is just beginning to live. Brought together by chance, the two men find themselves navigating a casual fling that gradually deepens into a tender, transformative bond.
Christophe Honoré's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Pierre Deladonchamps (Jacques Tondelli)'s journey. Brought together by chance, the two men find themselves navigating a casual fling that gradually deepens into a tender, transformative bond.
How Does Pierre Deladonchamps (Jacques Tondelli)'s Story End?
- Pierre Deladonchamps: Pierre Deladonchamps's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Vincent Lacoste (Arthur Prigent): Vincent Lacoste's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Denis Podalydès (Mathieu): Denis Podalydès's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Sorry Angel Mean?
Sorry Angel's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Pierre Deladonchamps may feel rushed. Christophe Honoré's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.