The Empty Table 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 143 minutes
- Director
- Masaki Kobayashi
What is The Empty Table?
The Empty Table is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 143 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 1, 1985
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10
- Episode runtime
- ~143 minutes
- Status
- Released
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The Empty Table is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Drama. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A father's denial collides with a family's tragic fallout after a terrorist kidnapping.”
- Explores moral responsibility within a grieving family
- Strong dramatic performances
- Thought‑provoking look at societal repercussions
- Heavy, bleak subject matter may be emotionally draining
- Slow pacing may challenge some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate intense character studies about moral ambiguity.
The film contains grim themes and depictions of terrorism, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the main storyline of The Empty Table?
It follows Nobuyuki Kidoji as he insists he is not responsible for his son Otohiko's role in a deadly terrorist kidnapping, a year after the arrest.
Who is the central character?
The central character is Nobuyuki Kidoji, the father of the arrested son.
What genre does the film belong to?
The Empty Table is classified as a drama.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes.
When was the film released?
The Empty Table was released in Japan on November 1, 1985.
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