TS4088 MacBook video display so faint, it is almost not visible

My MacBook video display is so faint, it is almost not visible.  I have turned it off and on, maximized the light settings, and still, it remains black.  Ideas?

Please describe in detail all you have attempted to do in order to resolve the issue.  Have you tried zapping the pram?  If so, take the computer to an Apple store or an AASP.  Whichever is more convenient for you.

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