Aired Thursday August 1, 10:00pm - 12:00amon AFN Movie

Blinded by the Light (2019)

Comedy drama / Music

Javed is a Pakistani teenager who experiences racial and economic turmoil while living in Luton, England, in 1987. He writes poetry as a way to escape the intolerance of his hometown and the stubborn views of his traditional father. When a classmate introduces him to the music of Bruce Springsteeen, Javed sees parallels between the singer's powerful lyrics and his own working-class environment. Springsteen's melodies soon inspire Javed to find his own voice and follow his dreams.

Country
United Kingdom
Cast and crew
  • Gurinder ChadhaDirector
  • Viveik KalraJaved
  • Hayley AtwellMs. Clay
  • Rob BrydonMatt's Dad
  • Kulvinder GhirMalik (Father)
  • Nell WilliamsEliza
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