The Light Between Oceans

2016

"Love tests the boundaries of right and wrong."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Une vie entre deux océans^? 🇪🇸 ES: La luz entre los océanos^? 🇰🇷 KO: 파도가 지나간 자리^? 🇷🇴 RO: Lumina dintre oceane 🇸🇪 SV: Fyren mellan haven^? All international titles (8) →

Drama Romance 133 min 7.2/10

Synopsis

The Light Between Oceans is a movie released in 2016.

In a breathtakingly beautiful setting off the coast of Western Australia, a devoted lighthouse keeper and his wife find their lives forever altered by a remarkable turn of fate. After discovering a baby adrift in a rowboat, they make the heart-wrenching decision to raise the child as their own, unaware of the profound consequences that will follow. This poignant drama delves deep into themes of love, loss, and moral dilemmas, exploring how far one will go for the sake of family and happiness. The film masterfully intertwines romance with the stark realities of life, showcasing the emotional turbulence that arises when secrets threaten to unravel the fragile bonds between loved ones. With stunning cinematography that captures the raw beauty of the ocean and the isolation of the lighthouse, viewers are drawn into a world where the light of love flickers against the shadows of responsibility and regret. Featuring powerful performances that resonate long after the credits roll, this film is a captivating exploration of the human heart, asking the essential question: how much are we willing to sacrifice for the ones we love?

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	1/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	1/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

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Violence

There are some moments of emotional distress and tension, but no graphic violence is depicted.

Sexual Content

There are a few suggestive situations and brief instances of intimacy, but no explicit sexual content.

Language

Mild language is used occasionally, but there are no strong profanities.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are a few scenes depicting the consumption of alcohol, but it is not a central theme.

Frightening Elements

Some emotional themes may be distressing for younger viewers, including loss and moral dilemmas.

Summary for parents:

The Light Between Oceans explores deep themes of love, loss, and ethical decision-making. It contains mild violence and emotional intensity, with some suggestive content, making it more suitable for viewers aged 13 and older.

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Box Office

Budget: $20,000,000

Revenue: $25,975,621

Profit $5,975,621

ROI +29.9% (1.3x)

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Cast of The Light Between Oceans

Michael Fassbender

Tom Sherbourne

Alicia Vikander

Isabel Sherbourne

Rachel Weisz

Hannah Roennfeldt

Jack Thompson

Ralph Addicott

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Keywords

#based on novel or book 610 #marriage 46 #1920s 45 #australia 17 #lighthouse 5 #lighthouse keeper 4 #lost child 3 #miscarriage 3 #western australia 1

Production Companies

DreamWorks Pictures

Reliance Entertainment

Participant

Heyday Films

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Light Between Oceans

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• The film was shot primarily on location in Australia, with picturesque coastal scenes filmed in the village of Cape Schanck, which served as the backdrop for the lighthouse.

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• Alicia Vikander and Michael Fassbender, who portray the main characters, were in a real-life relationship during the filming of the movie, adding depth to their on-screen chemistry.

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• The opening scene features a shipwreck, and the filmmakers used practical effects and a combination of real water and CGI to create a realistic ocean environment.

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• In a scene where the characters are shown at the lighthouse, the light that comes from the lighthouse was an actual functioning light used during filming, adding authenticity to the setting.

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• The film's score was composed by Hans Zimmer, who is known for his evocative music and ability to enhance emotional storytelling through sound.

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• During a particular scene, a continuity error occurs where a character's hair is shown differently between shots, which is a common issue during filming.

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• Rachel Weisz's character shares thematic elements with her role in 'The Constant Gardener', both exploring the complexities of love and moral dilemmas in challenging circumstances.

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