The Light of Hope (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2017, The Light of Hope is a drama film directed by Sílvia Quer, running about 96 minutes. “"When there is great suffering, you don't ask questions. You help....."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When the Vichy authorities close the Elna Maternity Hospital, which welcomes pregnant women from the concentration camps, its director, Elisabeth, and Victoria, will sacrifice themselves to save it. Television film written by Margarita Melgar and directed by Sílvia Quer (' 'Velvet' ', (' 'Gran Hotel' '), set in northern Catalonia during the summer of 1942. The film is based on real events and narrates the prowess of Elisabeth Eidenbenz, founder of Elna's Maternity, which along with her collaborators restored dignity to pregnant women in the Argelers and Ribesaltes internment camps in Vichy France Motherhood welcomed hundreds of women and saved 597 babies from certain death.
Who’s in it. The Light of Hope stars Noémie Schmidt, Nausicaa Bonnín, Natalia de Molina and Blanca Romero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Light of Hope sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Light of Hope page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Light of Hope tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Light of Hope (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Light of Hope change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Light of Hope worth watching?
- The Light of Hope holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Light of Hope?
- The Light of Hope stars Noémie Schmidt, Nausicaa Bonnín, Natalia de Molina, Blanca Romero and Nora Navas.
- When was The Light of Hope released?
- The Light of Hope was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.