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The Light We Left Behind (2026)

Movie ★ 10.0 17 min

Romance Drama

Unai and Elena, childhood friends, skip school to fulfill a forgotten promise: to light fireworks together that they never got around to using. On a tram to a distant beach, long-forgotten memories and feelings resurface. What begins as an escape becomes a journey into who they once were and who they still are.

Jose A. Ruiz Director Jose A. Ruiz Writer

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Quick facts

Released
June 5, 2026
Runtime
17 min
Budget
$1,200
Country
Spain
Language
Spanish
Studio
Photos Jaro, Adri Audiovisuales

Themes

Cast

Ángela Demati Ángela Demati Elena Antonio de la Asunción Antonio de la Asunción Unai Sofía Sánchez Elena (Niña) Álvaro García-Redondo Unai (Niño) Miguel Ángel Kael El Hombre de la Bicicleta Susi Berenguer Dependienta Silvia Olivares Navarro Madre de Unai Miguel Ángel Nadal El Hombre de la Bicicleta (Voz)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Light We Left Behind about?
Unai and Elena, childhood friends, skip school to fulfill a forgotten promise: to light fireworks together that they never got around to using. On a tram to a distant beach, long-forgotten memories and feelings resurface. What begins as an escape becomes a journey into who they once were and who they still are.
Who directed The Light We Left Behind?
The Light We Left Behind was directed by Jose A. Ruiz.
Who stars in The Light We Left Behind?
The Light We Left Behind stars Ángela Demati, Antonio de la Asunción, Sofía Sánchez, Álvaro García-Redondo.
When was The Light We Left Behind released?
The Light We Left Behind is a 2026 romance, drama film.
Where can I watch The Light We Left Behind?
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