Lights (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1999, Lights is a documentary film directed by Hideto Ishii, running about 48 minutes.
What it’s about. "I've been screening film works for nearly 50 years, and out of the many screenings I've been to, there have been two times when the audience fainted. My work "Memories of the Seaside" and a certain work by Mari Terajima. However, Hideto Ishii's "Lights" was the only one that immediately after the screening, one audience member exclaimed, "It's amazing!" and stood up and applauded. When I thought who it was, it turned out to be the filmmaker Isao Kota. Sitting through this film for nearly 50 minutes can be a pain. However, what is unfolding here is neither a spectacular view nor a visual pleasure. If you were to ask me what it was, I would have to say "abyss." That's why I'm attracted to. As you watch this movie, you can eliminate the distractions that occupy most of your mind one by one. After just under 50 minutes, you might be able to reach some kind of catharsis." — Mikio Yamazaki
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Lights 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 Lights page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lights tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lights (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lights worth watching?
- Lights holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Lights released?
- Lights was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 48 minutes.