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January 13, 1984 - Angel Premiered in Theaters

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On this day, January 13, 1984, Angel, a gritty crime-drama thriller directed by Robert Vincent O’Neil, premiered in theaters. The film starred Donna Wilkes as Molly Stewart, a high school honors student who secretly works as a prostitute on Hollywood Boulevard to support herself. When a serial killer begins targeting her community, Molly teams up with unlikely allies to track him down and seek justice.

With its unique mix of action, drama, and social commentary, Angel was both controversial and compelling, tackling taboo subjects while delivering a suspenseful narrative. Despite its modest $3 million budget, the film grossed $17.4 million, making it a box office success and spawning several sequels.

Fun Fact: Donna Wilkes underwent extensive training to portray both sides of Molly’s double life, from her academic achievements to her street-smart alter ego.

Trivia Question: What was the tagline used to promote Angel, highlighting the contrast between her two lives?
 
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