Let There Be Light!
Let There Be Light!

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Let There Be Light!

1998
Movie
110 min
French

God comes to Earth in order to make a film.

Insights

IMDb4.7/10
Director: Mario Van PeeblesGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A reformed criminal, struggling to stay on the straight and narrow, finds his past catching up with him when his former associates try to pull him back into the life. He must fight to protect his family and his newfound peace.

Critical Reception

Let There Be Light! received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some performances were acknowledged, the film struggled to distinguish itself within the crime drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's narrative felt derivative of other, more successful crime dramas.

  • Mario Van Peebles' direction was criticized for lacking a distinct vision.

  • Despite a compelling premise, the execution fell short of expectations.

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Fun Fact

Mario Van Peebles not only directed and starred in the film but also wrote the screenplay.

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