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8Olivia Colman shines in Sam Mendes’ darkening hymn to cinema.
Read full review at The Guardian
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6...worth seeing for Colman’s staggering turn, which unfortunately leaves her co-stars (and director) in the dust.
Read full review at Little White Lies
6...a mismatched romance, a portrait of a nervous breakdown, a snapshot of Thatcher’s racially charged Britain, and a love letter, of sorts, to cinema.
Read full review at Empire
7Hilary is a remarkable character, at once selfish and nurturing, cruel and empathetic. Few could play her with such a sense of precision as the great Colman...
Read full review at Paste Magazine
8Olivia Colman shines in Sam Mendes' 1980s ode to cinema.
Read full review at Entertainment WeeklyCast & Crew
Frequently asked questions
What is Empire of Light about? 
"Empire of Light" is a poignant drama that explores the transformative power of human connection during turbulent times. Set in a fading seaside cinema in 1980s England, the film follows Hilary, a struggling duty manager, and Stephen, a new employee seeking refuge from his difficult past. Despite their disparate backgrounds and personal struggles, they form an unlikely bond that helps them find belonging and healing through music, film, and community. As their relationship deepens against the odds, they discover an uncommon sense of purpose and belonging in this moving tale of love and redemption.
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What movies are similar to Empire of Light?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Empire of Light include The Map That Leads to You, Anora, Black Bag, All of Us Strangers, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Past Lives.
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