Red Light (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1978, Red Light is a notable film directed by Isao Kota, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. “This film is assembled from a series of cuts conveying different moods. It is mostly composed of the simple action of seeing images alternately or in succession, such as of scissors cutting against each other, or of the blink of eyes peering through a magnifying glass. I thought of them as being like red, amber and green traffic lights.” (Isao Kota)
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Red Light 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 Red Light page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red Light (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Light worth watching?
- Red Light holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Red Light released?
- Red Light was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.