Mothlight (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1963, Mothlight is a notable film directed by Stan Brakhage, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Seemingly at random, the wings and other bits of moths and insects move rapidly across the screen. Most are brown or sepia; up close, we can see patterns within wings, similar to the veins in a leaf. Sometimes the images look like paper cutouts, like Matisse. Green objects occasionally appear. Most wings are translucent. The technique makes them appear to be stuck directly to the film.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Mothlight has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mothlight page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mothlight (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mothlight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mothlight worth watching?
- Mothlight holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Mothlight released?
- Mothlight was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.