Backlight (2010): Cast & Where to Watch
Backlight is a 2010 sci-fi drama directed by Fernando Fragata, starring Joaquim de Almeida as Jay, Donovan Scott and Caitlin Carmichael. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Fernando Fragata
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Virtual Audiovisuais
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Backlight About?
The premise of Backlight without spoilers.
At pivotal moments in their lives, a disparate group of strangers feel an inexplicable pull toward a hidden lake deep in the desert. The isolated oasis becomes a crossroads where each confronts personal crises and discovers the chance to rescue one another, forging unexpected bonds.
Where to Watch Backlight
Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Backlight Cast & Characters
Joaquim de Almeida leads the cast as Jay, with Donovan Scott as old farmer and Caitlin Carmichael as Jamie. Directed by Fernando Fragata; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Fernando Fragata
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Joaquim de Almeida as Jay - Donovan Scott as old farmer
- Caitlin Carmichael as Jamie
- Scott Bailey as Matt
Also Starring in Backlight
· 6 more- Ana Lopes waitress (as Ana Paula Lopes)
- Michelle Mania Lucy's Mother
- Ana Cristina Oliveira Motel Receptionist
- Skyler Day Lucy
- Evelina Pereira Helena
- Joey Hagler Daniel
Cars in Backlight
9 cars on screen, including the 1980 Chevrolet Caprice Classic and the 2008 Chrysler 300.
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1980 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Important role -
2008 Chrysler 300 Important role -
2002 International 4300 LP Important role -
1997 Jeep Wrangler Important role
Backlight Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Pequenos Milagres” and “Contraluz”.
- Also known as
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- Pequenos Milagres
- Contraluz
- The Signal
- 后光
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Backlight FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Backlight, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Backlight?
Backlight runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Backlight released?
Backlight was released on July 10, 2010.
Who directed Backlight?
Backlight was directed by Fernando Fragata.
More films by Fernando Fragata Who is in the cast of Backlight?
Backlight stars Joaquim de Almeida as Jay, Donovan Scott as old farmer and Caitlin Carmichael as Jamie, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Backlight?
In the US, Backlight is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video (availability from JustWatch).
Does Backlight have a post-credit scene?
No. Backlight has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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