Movie

When the Light Breaks

★ 6.7(38)20241h 20m

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Good to know

Director: Rúnar Rúnarsson
Release date: 2024-10-17
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: Icelandic
Box office: $208,039
Status: Released
Country: Croatia
Studio: Compass Films

When the Light Breaks — trailer

About When the Light Breaks

When the Light Breaks is a 2024 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson, starring Elín Hall, Mikael Kaaber and Katla Njálsdóttir. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 38 viewers. Below you can see where to watch When the Light Breaks in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When the light breaks on a long summer's day in Iceland. From one sunset to another, Una, a young art student, encounters love, friendship, sorrow and beauty.

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

Kolbrún Sara Ósk Kristinsdóttir

Woman at funeral

Alex Leó Kristinsson

Banani

Themes & keywords

art studentloss of a friendpansexualdeep sadness

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch When the Light Breaks in Mexico?+

When the Light Breaks is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is When the Light Breaks on Netflix?+

When the Light Breaks is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is When the Light Breaks?+

When the Light Breaks has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who stars in When the Light Breaks?+

When the Light Breaks stars Elín Hall, Mikael Kaaber, Katla Njálsdóttir, Ágúst Örn B. Wigum and Gunnar Hrafn Kristjánsdóttir.

When did When the Light Breaks come out?+

When the Light Breaks is a 2024 movie directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson.

What genre is When the Light Breaks?+

When the Light Breaks is Drama film.

Who directed When the Light Breaks?+

When the Light Breaks was directed by Rúnar Rúnarsson.