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Not Even Olivia Colman Can Save the Cheesy ‘Empire of Light’

THE CINEMA

The Oscar-winner gives a typically stunning performance in Sam Mendes’ new film, which is too clunky and riddled with clichés to be affecting.

Nick Schager

Entertainment Critic

Published Dec. 7 2022 7:00PM EST

221206-empire-of-light-tease_b92a8x — Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures

Nick Schager

Nick Schager

Entertainment Critic

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