Light of My Life
Light of My Life

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Light of My Life

2019
Movie
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English

Just when he thought there was only a darkness left in his life, Ray encounters a persistent electrical anomaly at his old lighting shop.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users80%
Director: Casey AffleckGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a future where a pandemic has wiped out most of the female population, a father (Casey Affleck) disguises his young daughter, Rag (Anna Pniowsky), as his son to protect her from danger. They travel across the country, facing various threats and relying on their bond to survive in a world fundamentally altered.

Critical Reception

While not a widespread release, 'Light of My Life' received generally positive reviews, with many critics praising its emotional depth, performances, and unique take on a post-apocalyptic scenario. Some noted its deliberate pacing, but overall, it was appreciated for its focus on human connection amidst bleakness.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tender portrayal of a father-daughter relationship.

  • Applauded for its unique and emotional approach to a post-apocalyptic narrative.

  • Noted for strong performances from Anna Pniowsky and Casey Affleck.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional core and the performances, finding it a compelling and thought-provoking story about survival and family.

Fun Fact

Casey Affleck not only directed and starred in the film but also wrote the screenplay, adapting it from a short story he had previously written.

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