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Aurora Borealis (2006): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

Aurora Borealis (2006) movie poster

Aurora Borealis is a 2006 romantic drama directed by James C.E. Burke, starring Donald Sutherland, Juliette Lewis and Joshua Jackson. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $60,729 worldwide. Critics gave it 58 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$60.7K
Metascore
58
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Aurora Borealis (2006) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Director
James C.E. Burke
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
Hungarian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Aurora Borealis About?

The premise of Aurora Borealis without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In Minneapolis, Duncan grapples with a quarter-life crisis following the sudden loss of his father. Seeking solace, he dedicates time to his ailing grandfather and finds a connection with a vibrant caregiver. As he navigates his grief, Duncan must decide whether to escape his responsibilities or embrace them, ultimately discovering where he truly belongs and finding a path toward healing and acceptance.

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Cast & crew

Aurora Borealis Cast

Donald Sutherland leads the cast, with Juliette Lewis and Joshua Jackson. Directed by James C.E. Burke.

From the director

More from James C.E. Burke

One more film directed by James C.E. Burke: In Dark Places.

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Ratings

Aurora Borealis Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Aurora Borealis 58 on Metacritic.

Plot

Aurora Borealis Plot Summary

What happens in Aurora Borealis from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Duncan grapples with the profound loss of his father, which still lingers ten years after his passing. His grandparents, Ronald and Ruth, now call an apartment with a stunning view of the sky home, where Ron often claims to have seen the mystical Northern Lights illuminating the horizon. However, his observations are increasingly clouded by the brutal onset of Alzheimer’s disease, which is steadily eroding his cognitive abilities. Amid this turmoil, Kate, their dedicated caregiver, plays a crucial role in maintaining their day-to-day stability.

Full summary

The whole story of Aurora Borealis, scene by scene

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Box office

Aurora Borealis Box Office

Aurora Borealis grossed $60,729 worldwide.

2006 box office

Worldwide gross

$60.7K

US & Canada
$60.7K
Videos

Aurora Borealis Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Aurora Borealis.

AURORA BOREALIS
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Aurora Borealis?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Aurora Borealis Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Aurora Boreal: Um Encontro com a Vida” and “Aşkın Işıkları”.

Also known as
  • Aurora Boreal: Um Encontro com a Vida
  • Aşkın Işıkları
  • Sarki fény
  • הזוהר הצפוני
  • Severní polární záře
  • 极光下

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FAQ

Aurora Borealis FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Aurora Borealis, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Aurora Borealis?

Aurora Borealis runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was Aurora Borealis released?

Aurora Borealis was released on September 15, 2006.

Who directed Aurora Borealis?

Aurora Borealis was directed by James C.E. Burke.

More films by James C.E. Burke

Who is in the cast of Aurora Borealis?

Aurora Borealis stars Donald Sutherland, Juliette Lewis and Joshua Jackson.

How much did Aurora Borealis make at the box office?

Aurora Borealis grossed $60,729 worldwide.

How is Aurora Borealis rated?

Aurora Borealis has 58 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Does Aurora Borealis have a post-credit scene?

No. Aurora Borealis has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Aurora Borealis in?

The original language of Aurora Borealis is Hungarian.

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