Writer/Director Sam Mendes has made some good movies, and his recent "Empire of Light" is now amongst them. This is a multi-faceted drama that seems to take on maybe too large a scope in some ways, but that's a small quibble to what's good in the movie, which is its core focus to love, romance, and friendship between the main characters. Set in England during the 80s, the movie has a great look about it that reflects the past marvelously without focusing too much on it. Its an enhancement. There's also much reflection on time and space in a cyclical way, being older and younger, accomplishments and regrets to name a couple. Michael Ward has star written in bright lights - Mendes and he create an 'Old-Soul' character. I liked the movie with nice accompanying soundtrack. 7/10.
Review of Empire of Light
