Movie

Backlight

★ 7.0(2)20211h 4m

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Where to watch Backlight

🇦🇹 Austria

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Streaming in other regions

🇯🇵 JP

Good to know

Director: Ren Sudo
Release date: 2021-07-17
Runtime: 1h 4m
Language: Japanese
Status: Released
Country: Japan

Backlight — trailer

About Backlight

Backlight is a 2021 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Ren Sudo, starring Ren Sudo, Haya Nakazaki and Eriko Tomiyama. It has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Backlight in Austria — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Ren Sudo

Akira

Haya Nakazaki

Yoshioka

Eriko Tomiyama

Fumie

Aki Kigoshi

Miko

Kazunori Mimura

Iona

Chiemi Matsutera

Themes & keywords

1970ssmokingseaside villagegay romancevillage japanboys' love (bl)closeted

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backlight in Austria?+

Backlight is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Austria. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Backlight on Netflix?+

Backlight is not on Netflix in Austria right now.

How long is Backlight?+

Backlight has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes (64 minutes).

Who stars in Backlight?+

Backlight stars Ren Sudo, Haya Nakazaki, Eriko Tomiyama, Aki Kigoshi and Kazunori Mimura.

When did Backlight come out?+

Backlight is a 2021 movie directed by Ren Sudo.

What genre is Backlight?+

Backlight is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Backlight?+

Backlight was directed by Ren Sudo.