Movie

Being Light

★ 5.2(5)20011h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Pascal Arnold, Jean-Marc Barr
Release date: 2001-12-05
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Bar Nothing

About Being Light

Being Light is a 2001 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Pascal Arnold and Jean-Marc Barr, starring Romain Duris, Élodie Bouchez and Jean-Marc Barr. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.2/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Being Light in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Maxime, a young man of 25, arrives in Paris, but wishes to join Justine, the woman he loves, in India. At the bar of the Raphael Hotel, he meets Jack Lesterhoof, a rich businessman who offers to be his interpreter for an important meeting. Maxime accepts. The two men soon become friends. Jack decides to take a break from the routine and accompany Maxime to India.

Cast

Romain Duris

Maxime Lecocq

Élodie Bouchez

Justine

Jean-Marc Barr

Jack Lesterhoof

Isabelle Candelier

Vanessa, Maxime's sister

Philippe Duquesne

M. Lamartinier

Pascal Aubert

François Delos

Jean-Christophe Bouvet

Hotel clerk

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Being Light in South Africa?+

Being Light is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Being Light on Netflix?+

Being Light is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Being Light?+

Being Light has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Being Light?+

Being Light stars Romain Duris, Élodie Bouchez, Jean-Marc Barr, Isabelle Candelier and Philippe Duquesne.

When did Being Light come out?+

Being Light is a 2001 movie directed by Pascal Arnold and Jean-Marc Barr.

What genre is Being Light?+

Being Light is Comedy film.

Who directed Being Light?+

Being Light was directed by Pascal Arnold and Jean-Marc Barr.