Far Away, So Close! (1993)

German Drama filmed in Berlin - Surrealistic - Angels watching over humans are filled with love and compassion but are not allowed to interfere. One angel, "Cassiel" (actor Otto Sander) witnesses a girl falling from a high rise balcony and must become human in order to save her life. The real story begins here as hero Cassiel must fight off human weaknesses including alcohol addiction, poverty, and unsavory relationships. Acting is excellent and the cinematography eloquent. Unusual movie. 2 hrs. 26 min.