Backlight
逆光
Synopsis
In 1970s Onomichi, Akira invites his crush Yoshioka to spend summer break at his home. But when Yoshioka falls for Meeko, tension brews beneath the heat.
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Backlight - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-05-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 23, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ren Sudo
- Screenplay & Story
- Aya Watanabe
- Original Score
- Yoshihide Otomo
- Original Title
- 逆光
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ren Sudo
Aya Watanabe
Yoshihide Otomo
Ryohei Ueno
Department Leadership Roster
Ryohei Ueno
Producer
Ren Sudo
Director
Aya Watanabe
Writer
Yoshihide Otomo
Original Music Composer
Emiko Tsuyuki
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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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?
In 1970s Onomichi, Akira invites his crush Yoshioka to spend summer break at his home. But when Yoshioka falls for Meeko, tension brews beneath the heat.
Who directed Backlight?
Backlight was directed by Ren Sudo.
Who stars in Backlight?
The principal cast of Backlight includes Ren Sudo, Haya Nakazaki, Eriko Tomiyama, Aki Kigoshi, Kazunori Mimura.
When was Backlight released and how long is it?
Backlight was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Backlight?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Backlight was composed by Yoshihide Otomo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Backlight?
Backlight holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).