Backlight
Synopsis
Several characters who are each at critical stages of their lives are strangely impelled towards an uncharted lake in the middle of the desert where they all have the opportunity to save each other.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 20, 2013
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fernando Fragata
- Screenplay & Story
- Fernando Fragata
- Original Score
- Nuno Malo
- Original Title
- Backlight
- Country of Origin
- Portugal, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fernando Fragata
Fernando Fragata
Nuno Malo
Fernando Fragata, Daniel Herman
Fernando Fragata, Olena Kuhtaryeva
Fernando Fragata, Sandra Menino
Department Leadership Roster
Fernando Fragata
Director
Nuno Malo
Original Music Composer
Fernando Fragata
Writer
Fernando Fragata
Editor
Fernando Fragata
Director of Photography
Daniel Herman
Director of Photography
Fernando Fragata
Producer
Sandra Menino
Producer
Olena Kuhtaryeva
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Backlight
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Backlight about?
Several characters who are each at critical stages of their lives are strangely impelled towards an uncharted lake in the middle of the desert where they all have the opportunity to save each other.
Who directed Backlight?
Backlight was directed by Fernando Fragata.
Who stars in Backlight?
The principal cast of Backlight includes Joaquim de Almeida, Evelina Pereira, Scott Bailey, Michelle Mania, Ana Cristina Oliveira.
When was Backlight released and how long is it?
Backlight was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Backlight?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Backlight was composed by Nuno Malo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Backlight?
Backlight holds official age classifications: FR: 10 (Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.).