Light of Day
Seen it?1987 | 107 min | Music, Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved Almost Famous or Fences, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 47 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Cleveland siblings rise with a rock band while coping with personal problems.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
55 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$11 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 75K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Paul Schrader
- Michael J. FoxJoe Rasnick
- Gena RowlandsJanette Rasnick
- Joan JettPatti Rasnick
- Michael McKeanBu Montgomery
- Thomas G. WaitesSmittie
- Cherry JonesCindy Montgomery
- Michael DolanGene Bodine
- Paul J. HarkinsBilly Tettore
- Billy L. SullivanBenji Rasnick
- Jason MillerBenjamin Rasnick