Light of Day (1987) Light of Day

Light of Day ★★ 1987 (PG-13) A rock 'n' roll semi-musical about a working-class brother and sister who escape from their parents and aimless lives through their bar band. Script tends to fall flat, although both Fox and Jett are believable. Title song written by Bruce Springsteen. 107m/C VHS. Michael J. Fox, Joan Jett, Gena Rowlands, Jason Miller, Michael McKean, Michael Rooker, Michael Dolan; Director: Paul Schrader; Writer: Paul Schrader; Writer: John Bailey; Cameo: Thomas Newman.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1987
Rating PG
Length (in minutes) 107
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Michael Dolan
Actor Michael McKean
Actor Joan Jett
Actor Michael J. Fox
Actor Gena Rowlands
Actor Michael Rooker
Actor Jason Miller
Cameo Thomas Newman
Cinematographer John Bailey
Director Paul Schrader
Writer Paul Schrader