Empire
Originally released in 1965. Empire is a documentary film. directed by Andy Warhol. With a runtime of 7h 59m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jonas Mekas and Andy Warhol
Synopsis
Filmed by Jonas Mekas from the 44th floor of the Time-Life Building, “Empire” explores the passage of time without the use of characters or a traditional narrative. The film, that consists of one stationary shot of the Empire State Building, was made from standard 1,200-foot rolls of 16mm film with a more than eight-hour runtime.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 6, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
7h 59m
479 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (43 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Andy Warhol Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire about?
Filmed by Jonas Mekas from the 44th floor of the Time-Life Building, “Empire” explores the passage of time without the use of characters or a traditional narrative. The film, that consists of o...
Who directed Empire?
Empire was directed by Andy Warhol.
How long is Empire?
Empire has a runtime of 7 hours and 59 minutes (479 minutes total).
When was Empire released?
Empire was released on March 6, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Empire?
The main cast of Empire includes Jonas Mekas, Andy Warhol.