Empty Nest (2009): Ratings & Plot
Empty Nest is a 2009 comedy drama directed by Daniel Burman. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes. Critics gave it 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 31m (91 min)
- Director
- Daniel Burman
- Original language
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Hebrew - Studio
- Outsider Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Empty Nest About?
The premise of Empty Nest without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When their last child leaves for college, sophisticated couple Leonardo and Martha find themselves facing a profound sense of loss. The successful author and his vibrant wife must navigate their relationship as they confront the challenges of an empty home and a shifting dynamic. Martha immerses herself in scholarly pursuits, while Leonardo retreats into a world of escapism, struggling to distinguish fantasy from reality. Their differing coping mechanisms threaten to further complicate their already complex marriage.
The Director of Empty Nest
Directed by Daniel Burman.
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Director Daniel Burman
More from Daniel Burman
More films directed by Daniel Burman, best-rated first: Lost Embrace, The Tenth Man, Family Law and Transmitzvah.
Empty Nest Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Empty Nest 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 50% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 52%
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
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TMDB 62% User score
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Empty Nest Plot Summary
What happens in Empty Nest from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The narrative unfolds around a family of five, consisting of a father, a mother, two sons, and a daughter, with a central focus on the father, Leonardo. This story intricately weaves together the themes of marriage, fidelity, and the tense drama of everyday life, showcasing Leonardo’s journey as a renowned writer and playwright. His wife’s decision to forego her university studies for family life adds another layer of complexity to their relationship.
Full summary
The whole story of Empty Nest, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Empty Nest?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the father around whom the story centers?
Empty Nest Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Ninho Vazio” and “Boş Yuva”.
- Also known as
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- Ninho Vazio
- Boş Yuva
- הקן הריק
- Les enfants sont partis
- 空巢
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Empty Nest FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director
Runtime, release date, director, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Empty Nest, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Empty Nest?
Empty Nest runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
When was Empty Nest released?
Empty Nest was released on April 24, 2009.
Who directed Empty Nest?
Empty Nest was directed by Daniel Burman.
More films by Daniel Burman How is Empty Nest rated?
Empty Nest has 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, 49 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Empty Nest have a post-credit scene?
No. Empty Nest has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Empty Nest in?
The original language of Empty Nest is Hebrew.
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