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STARLIGHT​​​​​(2026)

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In-Production

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Spanning multiple generations and continents, Starlight follows the poignant journeys of four main characters as they traverse the bittersweet chapters of their lives, culminating in their ultimate struggles to overcome overwhelming obstacles relating to cancer. Yet, the heart of the film lies beyond the disease itself; it is a narrative of hope celebrating the power and perseverance of the human spirit, embodied and personified by these characters and their ability to triumph spectacularly against all odds. â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹

Director & Writer

Michael Brando

Starring

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Michael Brando

Sebastian

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Irmena Chichikova

Natalie

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Cassie Clare

Mia

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Craig Russell

Gerald

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Honor Gillies

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Mica Ricketts

Layla

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Gemma Laurie

Zara

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Peter Bramhill

Norman

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Cerys Knighton

Josie

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Mark Fletcher

Frank

Team

Composer

Kathryn Kluge

VFX Supervisor

Ciaran Crowley

Creative Consultant

Javor Gardev

Composer

Kim Allen Kluge

Co-Editor

Gonzalo López-Gallego

Creative Consultant

Jim Cartwright

Costume Designer

Maeve Paterson

Cinematographer

Jan Barszczewski

Sound Post-Production

George Atkins

Steadicam

Leighton Cox

Charities

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Proceeds from Starlight will be donated to several cancer-focused charities and children's hospitals worldwide, supporting patients and their families through direct medical aid, advancing research to improve treatments and ultimately finding a cure, and providing vital emotional and logistical support.

 

Starlight is not just a film; it is a movement and a symbol of hope and compassion, reflecting a commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by cancer. The magic of cinema gives us a chance to dream; Dreams give us hope. Through Starlight, we aim to serve the most vulnerable members of our global society by contributing towards the efforts being made in helping ease their suffering, ultimately helping them regain the chance to dream and the ability to hope. 

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Starlight's proceeds will be donated to the following charities and foundations (among others): 

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Make-A-Wish Foundation UK

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Maggie's Cancer Charity

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Christie Hospital 

NHS Foundation

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American Cancer Society

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Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

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Childhood Cancer International

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Make-A-Wish Foundation International 

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