1982 film drama starring Veronica Quilligan and Stephen Rea (5)

I believe the answer is:

angel

(Other definitions for angel that I've seen before include "Theatrical backer" , "Guardian spirit; theatre investor" , "One backing plays" , "on the Tube?" , "Theatre financier" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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