In 1987 Britain, Javed Khan, a British-Pakistani college arts student, feels trapped in a domineering family and hostile community. Discovering Bruce Springsteen's music through a friend, Javed finds inspiration to pursue his own dreams and talents. However, this newfound confidence clashes with his father's refusal to understand his son's aspirations, leading to a conflict of values in a turbulent time.
Blinded by the Light
A British teenager from an Asian background navigates adolescence, cultural identity, and family dynamics while discovering inspiration and self-expression through the music of Bruce Springsteen.
