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Empire of Light is a British romantic drama film written and directed by Sam Mendes.
Synopsis[]
A love story that takes place in an English coastal cinema during the 1980s.
Cast[]
- Olivia Colman as Hilary Small
- Micheal Ward as Stephen
- Colin Firth as Mr. Ellis
- Toby Jones as Norman
- Tom Brooke as Neil
- Tanya Moodie as Delia
- Hannah Onslow as Janine
- Crystal Clarke as Ruby
- Monica Dolan as Rosemary Bates
Production[]
It was announced in April 2021 that Sam Mendes had set his next film, which he will write and direct all by himself this time around, at Searchlight Pictures. Olivia Colman was in talks to star in the film and Roger Deakins was announced to serve as cinematographer. Colman would be confirmed in July, with Micheal Ward also joining the cast. In December, Colin Firth, Toby Jones, Crystal Clarke and Tanya Moodie were added to the cast.[1]
Gallery[]
First Poster
Videos[]
EMPIRE OF LIGHT - Official Teaser Trailer - Searchlight Pictures