Backlight (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2010, Backlight is a drama, romance and science fiction film directed by Fernando Fragata, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Several characters who are each at critical stages of their lives are strangely impelled towards an uncharted lake in the middle of the desert where they all have the opportunity to save each other.
Who’s in it. Backlight stars Joaquim de Almeida as Jay, Evelina Pereira as Helena, Scott Bailey as Matt and Michelle Mania as Lucy's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Backlight has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Backlight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Backlight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Backlight (2010)?
- In US, Backlight is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Backlight worth watching?
- Backlight holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Backlight?
- Backlight stars Joaquim de Almeida, Evelina Pereira, Scott Bailey, Michelle Mania and Ana Cristina Oliveira.
- When was Backlight released?
- Backlight was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.