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Natural Light

2021·Movie
1h 43min
50
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Profoundly sad and moving

  • Melancholy9
  • Pathos8
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

World War II, occupied Soviet Union. István Semetka is a simple Hungarian farmer who serves as a Sub-Lieutenant in a special unit scouting for partisan groups. On their way to a remote village, his company falls under enemy fire. As the commander is killed, Semetka has to overcome his fears and take command of the unit as he is dragged into a chaos that he cannot control.
World War IIEastern FrontMoral AmbiguityPsychological TraumaBleak AtmosphereSlow-Burn TensionHistorical DramaExistential ThemesHungarian Cinema

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Natural Light legally?

Natural Light is included with a subscription to Film Movement+ in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Natural Light worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.9, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Natural Light rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Natural Light?

1 h 43 min

Natural Light runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Natural Light?

Critics64
Audiences59

Yes. Critics average 64 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see Natural Light much the same way.

What language is Natural Light in?

HungarianRussian

It was made in Hungarian, with some Russian. Produced in France, Latvia, Hungary, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Natural Light?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Natural Light in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.