When the Light Comes

In the harsh Australian outback, sisters Sandra and Dione navigate their difficult lives. Sandra is a young woman struggling with her father's absence and the suffocating environment of their isolated farm. Dione, her older sister, carries the weight of past trauma and the responsibility of keeping the family together. Their lives are further complicated by the arrival of a charismatic stranger, whose presence brings both hope and danger.

When the Light Comes received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its pacing slow and its themes heavy-handed. While some praised its atmospheric depiction of the Australian landscape and the performances of its lead actresses, others criticized its underdeveloped plot and bleak tone.

• Praised for its evocative setting and strong lead performances.

• Criticized for a slow pace and an overwhelming sense of melancholy.

• Felt to be a difficult and somewhat aimless narrative.

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The film was shot on location in the stark and remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, contributing to its raw and authentic atmosphere.