Empty Man (2020)
Release Year: 2020
Nation: South Africa, United States
Alternative Title: The Empty Man, The Empty Man: El mensajero del último día, O Mensageiro do Último Dia, Кухия човек, Prazni covjek, Tusciaviduris zmogus, Пустой человек, Порожній Людина
Director: David Prior
Writer: Cullen Bunn, David Prior
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: 20th Century Fox, BOOM! Studios, Out of Africa Entertainment
Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: alcoholic, based on comic, based on graphic novel, bhutan, bridge, cave, cosmic horror, cult, detective, ex-cop, experiment, folk lore, hospital, investigation, missing person, missouri, occult
Story
In 'Empty Man', retired cop James Lasombra is tasked by his friend to investigate the disappearance of her daughter. The girl left behind an enigmatic message on her bathroom mirror: 'The Empty Man Made Me Do It'. As James delves into this mystery, he begins to experience strange visions and auditory hallucinations. The investigation forces him to confront his past and consider its implications for his future.
Summary
Based on the graphic novel of the same name by Cullen Bunn and Vanesa R. Del Rey, 'Empty Man' is a cosmic horror thriller that combines elements of detective work, supernatural occurrences, and psychological introspection. The story revolves around James Lasombra, an alcoholic ex-cop who must unravel the mystery surrounding his friend's missing daughter. With themes of grief, guilt, and the power of folk lore, 'Empty Man' explores how personal demons can intertwine with otherworldly forces to create a terrifying narrative.
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