Summer Lights
Lumières d'été – なつのひかり
Synopsis
On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims of the attack. Deeply moved by the interviews, he decides to take a break to wander through the city during which he meets Michiko, a merry, enigmatic young woman. Michiko takes him for a joyful and improvised journey from the city towards the sea where the horrors of the past are mingled with the simplicity of the present.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Gabriel Périot
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Gabriel Périot, Yoko Harano
- Original Score
- Xavier Thibault
- Original Title
- Lumières d'été – なつのひかり
- Country of Origin
- Japan, France
- Spoken Languages
- French, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Local Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Gabriel Périot
Jean-Gabriel Périot, Yoko Harano
Xavier Thibault
Denis Gravouil
Jean-Gabriel Périot
Nicolas Brevière
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Gabriel Périot
Director
Nicolas Brevière
Producer
Jean-Gabriel Périot
Writer
Yoko Harano
Writer
Denis Gravouil
Director of Photography
Jean-Gabriel Périot
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Lights
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What is Summer Lights about?
On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims of the attack. Deeply moved by the interviews, he decides to take a break to wander through the city during which he meets Michiko, a merry, enigmatic young woman. Michiko takes him for a joyful and improvised journey from the city towards the sea where the horrors of the past are mingled with the simplicity of the present.
Who directed Summer Lights?
Summer Lights was directed by Jean-Gabriel Périot.
Who stars in Summer Lights?
The principal cast of Summer Lights includes Hiroto Ogi, Akane Tatsukawa, Yuzu Horie, Keiji Izumi, Mamako Yoneyama.
When was Summer Lights released and how long is it?
Summer Lights was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Summer Lights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Summer Lights was composed by Xavier Thibault.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Summer Lights?
Summer Lights holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).