DramaComedy

Blinded by the Light

- For anyone who has ever wanted to dream. You're not alone.

In 1987, during the austere days of Thatcher’s Britain, a teenager learns to live life, understand his family, and find his own voice through the music of Bruce Springsteen.

Release Date : 2019-08-09

Language :English

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : Bend It FilmsIngenious MediaLevantine FilmsRakija FilmsCornerstone FilmsNew Line CinemaEndeavor Content

Production Country : United KingdomUnited States of America

Alternative Titles :

Cast

Character Name : Javed

Original Name : Viveik Kalra

Gender : Male

Character Name : Eliza

Original Name : Nell Williams

Gender : Female

Character Name : Ms Clay

Original Name : Hayley Atwell

Gender : Female

Character Name : Malik

Original Name : Kulvinder Ghir

Gender : Male

Character Name : Roops

Original Name : Aaron Phagura

Gender : Male

Character Name : Matt

Original Name : Dean-Charles Chapman

Gender : Male

Character Name : Noor

Original Name : Meera Ganatra

Gender : Female

Character Name : Shazia

Original Name : Nikita Mehta

Gender : Female

Character Name : Yasmeen

Original Name : Tara Divina

Gender : Male

Character Name : Matt's Dad

Original Name : Rob Brydon

Gender : Male

Character Name : Colin Hand

Original Name : Frankie Fox

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mrs. Anderson

Original Name : Sally Phillips

Gender : Female

Character Name : 1980's Local Resident

Original Name : Sofia Abbasi

Gender : Male

Character Name : Butcher

Original Name : Asheq Akhtar

Gender : Male

Character Name : Billy

Original Name : Vincent Andriano

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mr. Evans

Original Name : David Hayman

Gender : Male

Character Name : Kathy

Original Name : Lorraine Ashbourne

Gender : Female

Character Name : Eliza’s Dad

Original Name : Marcus Brigstocke

Gender : Male

Character Name : Eliza’s Mum

Original Name : Olivia Poulet

Gender : Female

Character Name : Mr. Shah

Original Name : Jeff Mirza

Gender : Male

Character Name : Emma

Original Name : Kit Reeve

Gender : Male

Character Name : Javed (10)

Original Name : Ronak Chadha Berges

Gender : Male

Character Name : Matt (10)

Original Name : Billy Barratt

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mr Singh

Original Name : Kriss Dosanjh

Gender : Male

Character Name : Passport Official

Original Name : James Ballanger

Gender : Male

Character Name : Lilly

Original Name : Kumiko Chadha Berges

Gender : Male

Character Name : Protester

Original Name : Robert Ryan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Foreman

Original Name : Lee Barnett

Gender : Male

Reviews

SWITCH.

@maketheSWITCH

2021-06-23

Perhaps it was the “I feel like I’ve seen this before” factor, but ‘Blinded By The Light’ just didn’t resonate. It lacked the humour, the heart and the finesse of Chadha’s previous films, and therefore it falls short. - Jess Fenton Read Jess' full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-blinded-by-the-light-the-spiritual-sequel-to-bend-it-like-beckham Head to https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/sff for more Sydney Film Festival reviews.

musty_reviews

@musty_reviews

2021-06-23

The importance of representation isn't to speak exclusively to one crowd but to demonstrate that deep down, we all deal with the same issues and problems, regardless of ability, race, gender, religion or any of the other attributes that are used to divide us. This movie isn't just about a young boy discovering his identity as a British Pakistani Muslim, it goes beyond that and depicts a coming of age struggle between parent and child. Springsteen's soundtrack works as a baseline around Javid's transition from boy to man, through the pursuit of him achieving his dream, which beautifully represents mid 80's Britain as this bleak and hopeless space that is being held together with prayers and dreams of better tomorrows. My favourite part is the moment Springsteen's music is introduced, mirroring a similar reaction to mine, at a similar age to an unknown band, The Airborne Toxic Event, who were also greatly inspired by The Boss. Lyrics flash on screen while a storm brews outside, energy radiates from the screen while I'm on Fire rings in your ears. The magic of Cinema never felt more alive to me than it did in those few brief minutes. The final 30 minutes of the movie had me physically crying, an honour held by a select few, the most touching aspects were in relation to the cultural heritage of the characters and felt very close to home. Overall, this movie hits the spot if you're looking for a feelgood film to break up the week but please don't miss the opportunity to watch this in the cinema where you can truly experience the movie at its best.

CinemaSerf

@Geronimo1967

2024-05-29

A gentle, funny, story about a lad whose outlook on life is totally transformed after his pal introduces him to the music of Bruce Springsteen. Viveik Kalra is on engaging form as the young "Javed" as is Dean-Charles Chapman as his aggrieved mate "Matt" and the music serves as a memorable narrative for a coming-of-age tale set against a backdrop of racism, bigotry, hormones and angst. It reminded me of late 80's Britain when you did actually have to queue up in one of the many (now long gone) record stores to get your tickets for a concert - sometimes at 00:01 in the morning. Look out for "Peggy Carter" as his teacher.