Empire of Light

Searchlight Pictures | Release Date: December 9, 2022

5.8	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 29 Ratings

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BikunDec 10, 2022

Olivia Colman is ravishingly entertaining. She kept you in a magical & emotional ride till the end. The Cinematography, production & costume design are fabulous.... Watch the movie as soon as possible.,

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Lights-camera-aDec 10, 2022

The Cinematography, production & costumes are amazing. Background score is mesmerizing. And the performances particularly Olivia's..is so fabulous...She deserves an Oscar nomination.

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moviemitch96Dec 10, 2022

A romantic drama set against the backdrop of 1980s England, a woman (Olivia Colman) finds herself caught between an adulterous romance with her married boss (Colin Firth) and a young new employee (Michael Ward) at the theater she works at.A romantic drama set against the backdrop of 1980s England, a woman (Olivia Colman) finds herself caught between an adulterous romance with her married boss (Colin Firth) and a young new employee (Michael Ward) at the theater she works at. The film is also a testament to the lasting power and influence of cinema, especially in dark times. Written and directed by Sam Mendes ('1917', 'Skyfall', and many more), although a relatively straightforward film in certain regards, there's also plenty that's remarkable to admire here, from the gorgeous cinematography to the stellar performances from all involved, particularly Colman and even Ward in what should surely be seen as a breakout role for him. Supporting performances from Firth and Toby Jones also breathe great life into the film. It is a tad bit plodding at times storywise, but the film's overall impact and message is hard to ignore or deny. Overall, it's a remarkably crafted film with fine performances, cinematography, and production value all around, even if the story itself left a little to be desired.… Expand

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TVJerryDec 20, 2022

This film takes place almost entirely in a gorgeous Art Deco cinema in a small seaside town in England. Olivia Coleman plays the theater's quiet assistant manager, whose life changes when a young Black man (Michael Ward) comes to work. ThisThis film takes place almost entirely in a gorgeous Art Deco cinema in a small seaside town in England. Olivia Coleman plays the theater's quiet assistant manager, whose life changes when a young Black man (Michael Ward) comes to work. This is really an opportunity for Coleman to demonstrate her prowess, which she does to great effect. Writer/director Sam Mendes has crafted an intimate examination of her character's mental and emotional issues, while adding a touch of romance, an homage to cinema and a bit of racial stress. Mendes' skills combined with Coleman's performance create a sweet little character study.… Expand

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katezoeFeb 14, 2023

Sadly beautiful film about life, living and what happens. Another wonderful performance by Olivia Coleman.

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nnogohkoDec 28, 2022

Olivia Colman and Michael Ward is so great in this movie. It took about 20 minutes to actually get into the meat of the movie but once it did, I was really invested. The cinematography by Roger Deakins probably elevated this movie's qualityOlivia Colman and Michael Ward is so great in this movie. It took about 20 minutes to actually get into the meat of the movie but once it did, I was really invested. The cinematography by Roger Deakins probably elevated this movie's quality so much. This movie looks so fantastic. I've never seen a film that takes place mostly in an old dull rusty movie theater look so gorgeous. I think the movie is solid but it's kind of unremarkable. The finale was really emotional and beautiful but this is a solid but basic romance movie.… Expand

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