Keep the Lights On
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Keep the Lights On

(2012)Directed by Ira Sachs102 minDrama, Romance

Erik Rothman (Thure Lindhardt), a Danish filmmaker in New York in 1997, is working on a documentary about the artist Avery Willard and wants someone to come home to. After a one-night fling he lands with Paul (Zachary Booth), a closeted lawyer who keeps his own life half hidden. Ira Sachs follows the years that follow, and Erik keeps giving more than he gets back.

Thure Lindhardtas Erik Rothman
Zachary Boothas Paul Lucy
Justin Reinsilberas Dan
Ed Vassalloas Thomas
Marilyn Neimarkas Marilyn Neimark
Sarah Hessas Katie
Roberta Kirshbaumas Katie's Mom
Jamie Petroneas Katie's Cousin
Maria Dizziaas Vivian
James Bidgoodas James Bidgood
John Michael Cox Jr.as John Michael Cox Jr.
Henry Arangoas Henry Arango
Agosto Machadoas Agosto Machado
Miguel Flatowas Igor
Calder Kusmierski Singeras Club Kid
Shane Stackpoleas Luca - Age 7
Christopher Lenkas Hustler
Todd Verowas Self (uncredited)