This two-part HBO miniseries is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Richard Russo. Having long since sacrificed youthful ideals and values to remain in his New England hometown for the sake of his family, middle-aged Miles Roby (Ed Harris) finds his "secure" little world disintegrating when his wife, Janine (Helen Hunt), divorces him. Equally vexing is the emotional and financial pressure exerted by domineering town matriarch Francine Whiting (Joanne Woodward), who owns (among other things) the Empire Grill, the ...
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This two-part HBO miniseries is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Richard Russo. Having long since sacrificed youthful ideals and values to remain in his New England hometown for the sake of his family, middle-aged Miles Roby (Ed Harris) finds his "secure" little world disintegrating when his wife, Janine (Helen Hunt), divorces him. Equally vexing is the emotional and financial pressure exerted by domineering town matriarch Francine Whiting (Joanne Woodward), who owns (among other things) the Empire Grill, the little diner that Ed has run for several years. As he reflects on what he considers to be a wasted life, Ed flashes back to memories of his curmudgeonly father, Max (Paul Newman, who also executive-produced the miniseries); his long-dead mother, Grace (Robin Wright Penn); his scapegrace brother, David (Aidan Quinn); his blossoming daughter "Tick" (Danielle Panabaker); and Francine's late husband, C.B. Whiting (Philip Seymour Hoffman). Also tied in with Miles's reminiscences is the spectacular saga of the rise and fall of Empire Falls, a once-prosperous mill town that has fallen into disrepair -- as have the town's once-rigid and inviolate social barriers. Despite the initial bleakness of Miles' plight, and the revelation of innumerable family skeletons as the plot progresses, the story is ultimately both heartwarming and life-affirming. Filmed on location in Maine, Empire Falls originally aired on May 28 and 29, 2005. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Ed Harris, Danielle Panabaker, Joanne Woodward, Paul Newman, Helen Hunt, Aidan Quinn, William Fichtner, Dennis Farina; ... Fine in fine packaging. 2 discs. Language: English. Run time: 240 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.78: 1. Originally released: 2005. Set of 2 dvds in like new condition-comes with original box but there is a slight tear in back of box
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Ed Harris; Danielle Panabaker; Joanne Woodward; Paul Newman; Helen Hunt; Aidan Quinn; William Fichtner; Dennis Farina;... Very Good. Run time: 240 mins. Language: English. Used-Very Good Condition. Disc(s) is in great condition with no significant scratches or marks. Includes original artwork.
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Ed Harris, Danielle Panabaker, Joanne Woodward, Paul Newman, Helen Hunt, Aidan Quinn, William Fichtner, Dennis Farina; ... Run time: 240 mins. Aspect ratio: 1.78: 1. Originally released: 2005. 2 discs. Language: English. factory sealed brand new dvd Adapted by author Richard Russo from his 2001 Pulitzer Prize winning novel, EMPIRE FALLS is a portrait of the gritty drama and human comedy that make up everyday life in blue-collar America. On a daily basis, goodhearted restaurant manager Miles Roby (Ed Harris "Glengarry Glen Ross") tries to keep his Empire Grill going, even as the wealthy and powerful Mrs. Whiting(Joanne Woodward "Philadelphia"), makes life difficult for him. If that wasn't enough, Miles has to keep tabs on his scoundrel of a dad, Max (Paul Newman "The Color of Money") who is always looking for trouble. But, Miles has something much bigger than just restaurant receipts and a cantankerous father on his mind-he can't shake the ghosts of his past that keep his fate inevitably connected to Empire Falls.
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While this miniseries was full of great actors, I found that the story was depressing and a waste of their talents for the most part. There were a few scenes that were good but overall I found the story lacking.
JeffB
Jul 29, 2010
Nice adaptation of the book
So many times, a movie fails to capture the spirit and 'life' of a book. In this case, the length of the movie allows the director the freedom to really develop each character, so that the book can be felt through the movie - I enjoyed this adaptation and enjoyed seeing the book's characters interpreted by the actors. The cast was well-chosen and excellent for their roles.
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