Beyond the Lights (2014)

In the midst of the intoxicating whirlwind of fame and the harsh glare of stardom, we find Noni Jean (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), a rising songbird with an angelic voice that has mesmerized the global music sphere. Yet beneath her radiant facade, Noni is a young woman teetering on the edge, buckling under the relentless pressure to hold her place at the zenith of the charts. At the precipice of surrender, she encounters Kaz Nicol (Nate Parker), a charismatic young police officer with dreams of political prominence. Kaz, in a selfless act of compassion, rescues Noni from the abyss, opening her eyes to the worth of life beyond the confines of her stardom. This unexpected encounter sets the stage for a passionate romance, as Noni and Kaz find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other. However, unseen forces loom in the background, threatening to sever their connection. The puppeteers of power, vested in their individual careers, conspire to disrupt their blossoming love and steer them back to their predestined paths. Amidst this tug of war, Kaz's unwavering affection becomes Noni's beacon, guiding her towards finding her authentic voice. "Beyond the Lights" is a stirring drama that explores the battle of walking one's own path and the transformative power of love. It's about a superstar singer's journey from the precipice of despair to the courage of self-discovery, and a promising cop's balancing act between duty and the desires of his heart. Together, they strive to break free from their imposed identities to become the individuals they were always destined to be.

Beyond the Lights is a drama movie featuring Amar'e Stoudemire and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood.

Beyond the Lights is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and Tubi TV and it's also available on Hoopla, Starz, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel.

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