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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
Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures
Nick Schager
Entertainment Critic
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