The Big Empty
Synopsis
A young woman consults multiple doctors for a persistent internal pain, eventually leading to the discovery of a vast, frozen tundra within her body. The condition draws scientific and media attention, reducing her identity to the anomaly. As others attempt to explore the phenomenon, she remains emotionally and physically affected by the experience.
Top Cast
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Selma Blair
Alice
Elias Koteas
The Specialist
Richard Kind
Talk Show Host
Gabriel Mann
The Thoughtful Man
Richmond Arquette
Gynecologist
Hugh Laurie
Doctor
Grant Heslov
Doctor
Ezra Buzzington
Cartographer
Haskell Wexler
Bookstore Customer
Simon Cole
Arctic Explorer
Linda Bisesti
Nurse
David Doumeng
Anchor
Rita Taggart
Bookstore Co-Worker
Parvesh Cheena
Sports Fan
Candy Clark
Mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lisa Chang, Newton Thomas Sigel
- Screenplay & Story
- Lisa Chang, Newton Thomas Sigel
- Original Title
- The Big Empty
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lisa Chang, Newton Thomas Sigel
Lisa Chang, Newton Thomas Sigel
Newton Thomas Sigel
Maureen O'Keefe
Steven Soderbergh, Newton Thomas Sigel, Daniel Dubiecki, George Clooney, Lisa Chang
Department Leadership Roster
Maureen O'Keefe
Editor
Dan Bradley
Stunt Coordinator
Lisa Chang
Director
Newton Thomas Sigel
Director
Lisa Chang
Writer
Newton Thomas Sigel
Writer
Newton Thomas Sigel
Producer
Daniel Dubiecki
Producer
Lisa Chang
Producer
Jason Blumenfeld
Producer
Newton Thomas Sigel
Director of Photography
Maia Javan
Production Design
Danny Glicker
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Empty
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Empty about?
A young woman consults multiple doctors for a persistent internal pain, eventually leading to the discovery of a vast, frozen tundra within her body. The condition draws scientific and media attention, reducing her identity to the anomaly. As others attempt to explore the phenomenon, she remains emotionally and physically affected by the experience.
Who directed The Big Empty?
The Big Empty was directed by Lisa Chang, Newton Thomas Sigel.
Who stars in The Big Empty?
The principal cast of The Big Empty includes Selma Blair, Elias Koteas, Richard Kind, Gabriel Mann, Richmond Arquette.
When was The Big Empty released and how long is it?
The Big Empty was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 22m.