A Life Illuminated
Synopsis
A journey into the extraordinary life and legacy of pioneering marine biologist Edie Widder.
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A Life Illuminated | VFF 2026
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-01-14
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tasha Van Zandt
- Original Score
- Alex Somers
- Original Title
- A Life Illuminated
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 07/09/2025
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Sandbox Films, XTR, Minderoo Pictures, OceanX Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tasha Van Zandt
Alex Somers
Sebastian Zeck
Eileen Meyer, Sebastian Zeck, Katrina Taylor
Sebastian Zeck, Tasha Van Zandt, Jessica Harrop, Kathryn Everett, Alison Klayman
Department Leadership Roster
Tasha Van Zandt
Director
Sebastian Zeck
Producer
Tasha Van Zandt
Producer
Jessica Harrop
Producer
Kathryn Everett
Producer
Eileen Meyer
Editor
Sebastian Zeck
Editor
Katrina Taylor
Editor
Alex Somers
Original Music Composer
Sebastian Zeck
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Life Illuminated
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What is A Life Illuminated about?
A journey into the extraordinary life and legacy of pioneering marine biologist Edie Widder.
Who directed A Life Illuminated?
A Life Illuminated was directed by Tasha Van Zandt.
Who stars in A Life Illuminated?
The principal cast of A Life Illuminated includes Edith Widder.
When was A Life Illuminated released and how long is it?
A Life Illuminated was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for A Life Illuminated?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Life Illuminated was composed by Alex Somers.