Northern Lights
“Fate brought her to a small town. But it will take a miracle to keep her there.”
Synopsis
A stranger's call informs Roberta that her estranged brother Frank has died in a small town under bizarre circumstances. Ben, his best friend from college, also gets the call. Arriving just in time for his funeral, it becomes quickly obvious to them that the little slice of small-town America in which they find themselves is like an episode of The Twilight Zone featuring Frank's eccentric friends, his amazing secrets and his stunning final request. Both Ben and Roberta are shocked to discover that Frank not only had a child, but that he has left them responsible for his son's care.
Top Cast
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Diane Keaton
Roberta Blumstein
Maury Chaykin
Ben Rubadue
Joseph Cross
Jack
Kathleen York
Daphne
John Hoffman
Joe Scarlotti
Crystal Verge
Aggie
John R. Taylor
Arthur
Sheila Patterson
Arlene
Frank C. Turner
Willard
Tom Cavanagh
Frank
Peter Wilds
Ratman
Chilton Crane
Margaret
Sheila Moore
Louise
Alexander Pollock
Bobby
Leam Blackwood
Emmet
Zahf Paroo
Young Manager
David-Paul Grove
Phillip Hazel
Skipper
Release History & Theatrical Window
Filmfest München
Festival / Special Debut
April 7, 1998
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Linda Yellen
- Screenplay & Story
- John Hoffman, Kevin Kane
- Original Score
- Patrick Seymour
- Original Title
- Northern Lights
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Blue Relief Productions, Prufrock Pictures, Alliance Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Linda Yellen
John Hoffman, Kevin Kane
Patrick Seymour
Joseph Yacoe
Jan Northrop
Meg Ryan, Diane Keaton, Robert Lantos, Warren Carr, Laura Pozmantier
Department Leadership Roster
Brent Thomas
Production Design
Warren Carr
Producer
Patrick Seymour
Original Music Composer
Tish Monaghan
Costume Design
Jan Northrop
Editor
Linda Yellen
Director
Joseph Yacoe
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Northern Lights
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What is Northern Lights about?
A stranger's call informs Roberta that her estranged brother Frank has died in a small town under bizarre circumstances. Ben, his best friend from college, also gets the call. Arriving just in time for his funeral, it becomes quickly obvious to them that the little slice of small-town America in which they find themselves is like an episode of The Twilight Zone featuring Frank's eccentric friends, his amazing secrets and his stunning final request. Both Ben and Roberta are shocked to discover that Frank not only had a child, but that he has left them responsible for his son's care.
Who directed Northern Lights?
Northern Lights was directed by Linda Yellen.
Who stars in Northern Lights?
The principal cast of Northern Lights includes Diane Keaton, Maury Chaykin, Joseph Cross, Kathleen York, John Hoffman.
When was Northern Lights released and how long is it?
Northern Lights was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Northern Lights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Northern Lights was composed by Patrick Seymour.