Empire

The film Empire (1964) by Andy Warhol is an eight-hour-long study of the Empire State Building. It is considered an example of underground film, a category of motion pictures made and distributed outside the commercial film industry, often as an artistic expression by the maker. These films typically exhibit greater freedom in form, technique, and content compared to mainstream cinema. Empire showcases Warhol's interest in the interplay of light and shadow, prioritizing visual experience over a traditional narrative structure. The film captures the stillness of the iconic skyscraper, offering a prolonged, meditative gaze at the structure.