Empire Falls (2005) (TV)

User Rating:

7.5/10   

Director:

Fred Schepisi

Writers (WGA):

Richard Russo (novel)
Richard Russo (teleplay)

Release Date:

28 May 2005 (USA)

Genre:

Drama | Romance

Tagline:

Every small town has a big story

Plot:

A decaying New England town is the backdrop for its unique citizens, lead by unassuming restaurant manager Miles Roby.

Plot Keywords:

Maine | Restaurant | New England | Small Town | Wedding

Awards:

Won 2 Golden Globes. Another 5 wins & 20 nominations

Cast

Ed Harris	...	Miles Roby
Philip Seymour Hoffman	...	Charlie Mayne
Helen Hunt	...	Janine Roby
Paul Newman	...	Max Roby
Robin Wright Penn	...	Grace Roby
Aidan Quinn	...	David Roby
Joanne Woodward	...	Francine Whiting
Dennis Farina	...	Walt Comeau
William Fichtner	...	Jimmy Minty
Estelle Parsons	...	Bea
Theresa Russell	...	Charlene
Kate Burton	...	Cindy Whiting
Jeffrey DeMunn	...	Horace
Trevor Morgan	...	Zack Minty
Danielle Panabaker	...	Tick Roby

Runtime:

Argentina:197 min | USA:240 min (2 episodes)

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

Canada:14A (Ontario) | Singapore:NC-16 | Argentina:13 | Finland:K-15 | Australia:M | Greece:K-13

Filming Locations:

Augusta, Maine, USA

Company:

HBO Films

Trivia:

The football game in the movie was actually a scrimmage match between the local high school football teams, Skowhegan High School and Waterville High School. Most of the extras in the stands were residents of both towns.

Goofs:

Continuity: When Miles and Tick are sitting at the restaurant bar, the camera cuts from the two of them to a close up. When it returns a Sprite can magically appears in front of Tick.

Quotes:

Miles Roby: I think Father Tom is making off with the cash box again.
Father Mark: Yeah, I know. Don't worry, Ms. Koss will fetch him.
Ms. Koss: Come back here, you old bat! Father Tom! Father Tom! Bring that back!
Father Mark: Who says God has no sense of humor?

Movie Connections:

Featured in 12th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2006) (TV)

Soundtrack:

Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes

An absolute work of art "Empire Falls"

Empire Falls was a refreshing film that dealt with many modern day issues with such depth & sincerity that truly moved me. I felt many emotions as I watched with great intensity, was on the edge of my seat waiting for part 2. Is so rare today to see a movie that is based on genuine story lines that project the realities of past and present day occurrences that so many people are able to relate to. A cast superb, Ed Harris was brilliant, as was Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Helen Hunt, Estelle Parsons, everyone was outstanding, from the seasoned actors right down to the very young, newcomers. The writing so fine tuned, so precise. Such a touch of today's reality done with such style, dignity & grace, kudos to all involved. The storyline was excellent, the plot simply spellbinding. The cast and crew was superb in every way, I felt so moved. Would love to see a sequel in the making.