Empire of Light (15)

Empire of Light (15)

Location:

Connaught Cinema

Tickets:

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Age Guidance:

15 - See more about BBFC ratings here.

Director:

Sam Mendes

Top Billed Cast:

Olivia Colman, Toby Jones, Colin Firth

Duration:

135 minutes (Inc. adverts and trailers).

  • Description

Drama starring Olivia Colman as a cinema manager in 80s Britain

Hilary is a cinema manager struggling with her mental health, and Stephen is a new employee longing to escape the provincial town where he faces daily adversity. Together they find a sense of belonging and experience the healing power of music, cinema, and community.

The film is a celebration of the power of cinema and the effects it can have on your life. It is imbued with love and affection by Sam Mendes. We were delighted to host the production when they filmed for a day at our Pavilion venue. Keep an eye out for views of the Worthing seaside and pier!

★★★★ A sweet, heartfelt, humane movie, which doesn’t shy away from the brutality and the racism that was happening in the streets outside the cinema The Guardian
★★★★ Its message of love, tolerance and finding family wherever you can should make an impact in darkened rooms wherever it plays. ScreenDaily
★★★★★ Mendes has made something humane and nourishing, a picture of rare thoughtfulness and decency. Vanity Fair

BBFC Insight: Not yet rated but expected to be 15
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