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Darkness and Light (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1999, Darkness and Light is a drama film directed by Chang Tso-chi, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. A 17-year-old university student returns home during her summer holidays to the port city of Keelung of on the outskirts of Taipei. She falls in love with a young man, but his association with a local gang sees him caught up in a turf war... A wistful portrayal of the fragile, brief-lived attraction between these two youths, and pleasant times spent with loving families.

Who’s in it. Darkness and Light stars Lee Kang-i, Fan Wing, Kao Meng-Chieh as Ah Ji and Ming-shiou Tsai as Kang-yi's father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Darkness and Light has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Darkness and Light page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Darkness and Light (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Darkness and Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Darkness and Light worth watching?
Darkness and Light holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Darkness and Light?
Darkness and Light stars Lee Kang-i, Fan Wing, Kao Meng-Chieh, Ming-shiou Tsai and Yue-hsia Hsieh.
When was Darkness and Light released?
Darkness and Light was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.