Empire of Ash
“...They turned america into a wasteland”
Synopsis
In post-nuclear "New Idaho," a lone warrior teams up with a girl to help rescue the girl's sister from a hostile warrior clan.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2020-01-09
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 24, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Mazo, Lloyd A. Simandl
- Screenplay & Story
- John Ogis
- Original Score
- Bill Buckingham, Tom Lavin
- Original Title
- Empire of Ash
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- North American Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Mazo, Lloyd A. Simandl
John Ogis, Michael Mazo, Lloyd A. Simandl, Saul Urbonas
Bill Buckingham, Tom Lavin
Nathaniel Massey
Michael Mazo
Michael Mazo, John A. Curtis, Lloyd A. Simandl
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Mazo
Director
Lloyd A. Simandl
Director
Michael Mazo
Producer
Michael Mazo
Writer
John A. Curtis
Producer
Nathaniel Massey
Director of Photography
Lloyd A. Simandl
Producer
Bill Buckingham
Original Music Composer
Tom Lavin
Original Music Composer
John Ogis
Screenplay
Saul Urbonas
Writer
Michael Mazo
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Empire of Ash
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Empire of Ash about?
In post-nuclear "New Idaho," a lone warrior teams up with a girl to help rescue the girl's sister from a hostile warrior clan.
Who directed Empire of Ash?
Empire of Ash was directed by Michael Mazo, Lloyd A. Simandl.
Who stars in Empire of Ash?
The principal cast of Empire of Ash includes Melanie Kilgour, Thom Schioler, Frank Wilson, James Stevens, Alexander MacKenzie.
When was Empire of Ash released and how long is it?
Empire of Ash was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Empire of Ash?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Empire of Ash was composed by Bill Buckingham, Tom Lavin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Empire of Ash?
Empire of Ash holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).