Northern Lights
Northern Lights

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Northern Lights

2016
Movie
54 min
English

Emma approaches adulthood, she tries to live an ordinary life and keep up to her late mothers expectations. However her anxiety weighs over her, stopping her from enjoying the last few youthful years.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Colin KennedyGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

A young ex-con, just released from prison, returns to his estranged family's seaside village. He must confront the troubled past that led to his incarceration and try to mend the broken relationships with his father and younger brother. As he navigates the challenges of rebuilding trust and finding his place, he discovers that forgiveness and redemption are possible, even in the face of lingering resentment.

Critical Reception

Northern Lights received a mixed to positive reception, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors, particularly Robbie Coltrane. Critics noted its emotional depth and exploration of family dynamics, though some found the narrative predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its heartfelt themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, especially from Robbie Coltrane.

  • The film effectively explores themes of family reconciliation and second chances.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat conventional.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Northern Lights is limited, but reviews that are available tend to highlight the film's emotional core and the compelling presence of its cast.

Fun Fact

Robbie Coltrane, known for his role as Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, plays the grandfather figure in this heartwarming drama, bringing gravitas to the role of a man dealing with his son's troubled past.

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