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When the Light Breaks movie

🎬 Title: When the Light Breaks / Ljósbrot

Story: On a long summer day in Iceland, “When the Light Breaks” unfolds from one sunset to the next. Una, a young art student, navigates the complexities of love, friendship, grief, and the sheer beauty of life.

⭐ Rating: 6.742 (31 votes)

📅 Release date: 2024-10-17

⏱️ Runtime: 1h 20m

🎭 Genres: Drama

🎬 Director: Rúnar Rúnarsson

✍️ Writer: Rúnar Rúnarsson

🌍 Countries: Croatia, France, Iceland, Netherlands

🏢 Production companies: Compass Films, Halibut, Revolver Amsterdam, MP Film Production, Eaux-Vives Productions, jour2fête

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $208,039

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👥 Cast: Elín Hall (Una), Mikael Kaaber (Gunni), Katla Njálsdóttir (Klara), Ágúst Örn B. Wigum (Bassi), Gunnar Hrafn Kristjánsdóttir (Siggi), Baldur Einarsson (Diddi), Daria Testoedova (Jane), Þorsteinn Bachmann, Tómas Howser Harðarson (Drengur), Bjarni Kristbjörnsson (Student at arts university)

Editor’s note: Here’s a brief overview of “When the Light Breaks” (2024): This film is undoubtedly rooted in the Drama genre, yet it has an intimate quality. Under the helm of Rúnar Rúnarsson, the narrative unfolds with a consistent pace and a distinct sense of location. The performances by Elín Hall, Mikael Kaaber, and Katla Njálsdóttir are authentic and understated, anchoring the film effectively. The 1h 20m duration is just right for the storyline. While it’s not without flaws, its virtues significantly outweigh any rough patches. If the story resonates with you, it deserves a spot on your watchlist.

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