Empire Records

• Comedy
• Drama
• Romance

A vibrant snapshot of a single, crucial day, *Empire Records* pulsates with the restless energy of young adulthood grappling with uncertain futures. More than a simple story of saving a beloved record store, the film captures a uniquely specific and slightly frantic atmosphere – a microcosm of rebellion and impulsive decisions fueled by unrequited crushes, questionable financial schemes, and the genuine fear of losing a shared haven. The interconnected stories aren’t about grand romantic gestures or dramatic rescues, but awkward confessions, impulsive acts of defiance, and a blossoming sense of community forged within the walls of a quirky independent business. It’s a bittersweet, fast-paced romantic dramedy steeped in 90s nostalgia, where the characters’ anxious self-discovery plays out against a backdrop of alternative music and the looming threat of corporate homogenization.