Being Light (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2001, Being Light is a comedy film directed by Jean-Marc Barr, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Maxime, a young man of 25, arrives in Paris, but wishes to join Justine, the woman he loves, in India. At the bar of the Raphael Hotel, he meets Jack Lesterhoof, a rich businessman who offers to be his interpreter for an important meeting. Maxime accepts. The two men soon become friends. Jack decides to take a break from the routine and accompany Maxime to India.
Who’s in it. Being Light stars Romain Duris as Maxime Lecocq, Élodie Bouchez as Justine, Jean-Marc Barr as Jack Lesterhoof and Isabelle Candelier as Vanessa, Maxime's sister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Being 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 Being Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of Being Light tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Being Light (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Being Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Being Light worth watching?
- Being Light holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Being Light?
- Being Light stars Romain Duris, Élodie Bouchez, Jean-Marc Barr, Isabelle Candelier and Philippe Duquesne.
- When was Being Light released?
- Being Light was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.