Notes on Blindness (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 2016, Notes on Blindness is a drama and documentary film directed by Pete Middleton, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. After losing sight in 1983, John Hull began keeping an audio diary, a unique testimony of loss, rebirth and renewal, excavating the interior world of blindness. Following on from the Emmy Award-winning short film of the same name, Notes on Blindness is an ambitious and groundbreaking work, both affecting and innovative.

Who’s in it. Notes on Blindness stars John M. Hull as Himself (voice), Marilyn Hull as Herself (voice), Daniel Renton Skinner as John Hull and Simone Kirby as Marilyn Hull, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Notes on Blindness has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Notes on Blindness page.

If you liked it. Fans of Notes on Blindness tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Notes on Blindness (2016)?
In GB, Notes on Blindness is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Notes on Blindness worth watching?
Notes on Blindness holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Notes on Blindness?
Notes on Blindness stars John M. Hull, Marilyn Hull, Daniel Renton Skinner, Simone Kirby and Eileen Davies.
When was Notes on Blindness released?
Notes on Blindness was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.