Empire Hotel (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 2018, Empire Hotel is a drama film directed by Ivo M. Ferreira, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. The Empire Hotel is a 30-year-old landmark in Macau's old quarter, inhabited by characters with their own stories and struggles. It is also Maria's home. One day, the burden of keeping lives together and the hotel standing falls on her shoulders. A young man who left Macau two decades ago returns, intent on revenge and reclaiming his mother's fortune – half the hotel. Inside the casino, Maria sings Fado and exotic dancers perform. It is against this illusory backdrop that the man lays eyes on Maria for the first time; they’re both mesmerized. The film cuts back and forth between film noir-style scenes of Macau’s past and present.
Who’s in it. Empire Hotel stars Margarida Vila-Nova as Maria, Rhydian Vaughan as Chu, Tiago Aldeia as Edgar and Cândido Ferreira as Gustavo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Empire Hotel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Empire Hotel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Empire Hotel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Empire Hotel (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empire Hotel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Empire Hotel worth watching?
- Empire Hotel holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Empire Hotel?
- Empire Hotel stars Margarida Vila-Nova, Rhydian Vaughan, Tiago Aldeia, Cândido Ferreira and Kwok-Leung Gan.
- When was Empire Hotel released?
- Empire Hotel was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.