Heart of Light (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1998, Heart of Light is a drama film directed by Jacob Grønlykke, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. When the humiliation and grief of his eldest son's shooting rampage and subsequent suicide threatens to pull him under, a brokenhearted father (Rasmus Lyberth) leaves his family and tight-knit community and heads into Greenland's bleak landscape. As he journeys forth on an antiquated dogsled with no destination, he eventually finds solace -- and the soul he lost long ago -- in the form of a mystical hermit (Anda Kristiansen).
Who’s in it. Heart of Light stars Rasmus Lyberth as Rasmus, Vivi Nielsen as Marie, Niels Platow as Mikael Berthelsen and Kenneth Rasmussen as Simon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Heart of Light has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heart of Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heart of Light tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heart of Light (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heart of Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Heart of Light worth watching?
- Heart of Light holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heart of Light?
- Heart of Light stars Rasmus Lyberth, Vivi Nielsen, Niels Platow, Kenneth Rasmussen and Knud Petersen.
- When was Heart of Light released?
- Heart of Light was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.