Until the Light Takes Us (2008): movie guide

What is Until the Light Takes Us about?

Chronicles the history, ideology and aesthetic of Norwegian black metal, a musical subculture infamous as much for a series of murders and church arsons as it is for its unique musical and visual aesthetics. This is the first film to truly shed light on a movement that has heretofore been shrouded by rumor and obscured by inaccurate and shallow depictions. Featuring exclusive interviews with the musicians themselves, Until the Light Takes Us explores every aspect of the controversial movement that has captured the attention of the world.

Cast highlights

Until the Light Takes Us features Varg Vikernes, Jan Axel "Hellhammer" Blomberg, Øystein Aarseth, Per Ohlin, Olve Eikemo, Harald Nævdal. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 2008-10-31. Runtime: 93 minutes. TMDB score: 6.8/10 (116 votes). Genres: Documentary, Music. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is Until the Light Takes Us?

Until the Light Takes Us is listed as Documentary, Music on TMDB.

How long is Until the Light Takes Us?

Until the Light Takes Us runs about 93 minutes.

Who stars in Until the Light Takes Us?

Cast highlights include Varg Vikernes, Jan Axel "Hellhammer" Blomberg, Øystein Aarseth, Per Ohlin, Olve Eikemo, Harald Nævdal.

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