Film Lens
8903 Empire is set on Empire Street in Cleveland, Ohio, and offers a direct look at life around a trap house. Filmmakers Kevin Jerome Everson and Kahlil I. Pedizisai use an observational style to capture the daily interactions and dynamics of a community that often goes unnoticed. The film draws inspiration from Andy Warhol's 1964 film 'Empire', which is known for its long runtime, and similarly emphasizes the importance of location in understanding urban life.
The documentary runs for 480 minutes and is presented in English. It focuses on the realities of urban existence in Cleveland, particularly in relation to drugs and the social environment surrounding a crack house. The film's approach is unfiltered, allowing viewers to witness the complexities of the community without any narrative interference.
Why Watch
- •See daily life around a Cleveland trap house.
- •Meet the community often ignored by mainstream media.
- •Find out how place shapes urban existence.
Did You Know
•The film is set on Empire Street in Cleveland, Ohio.
•8903 Empire has a runtime of 480 minutes.
•The documentary was directed by Kahlil I. Pedizisai.
•It features a community often overlooked in urban narratives.
Perfect For
Urban studies enthusiastsCleveland localsDocumentary fans