# Empire of Light (2022)

> Inside a fading seaside cinema, a lonely manager and a young new employee seek connection while private wounds and public racism threaten their fragile bond.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/579865

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Director: Sam Mendes
- Cast: Olivia Colman, Micheal Ward, Toby Jones, Colin Firth, Tom Brooke, Tanya Moodie, Hannah Onslow, Crystal Clarke
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14402146/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: melancholic, intimate, wistful, quiet evening, reflective weekend

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of love and connection amidst societal challenges.

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