City of Ember (2008)

Cast: David Ryall, Ian McElhinney, Harry Treadaway, Tim Robbins, Bill Murray
Director: Gil Kenan
Writers: Caroline Thompson (screenplay), Jeanne Duprau (book)
Release Date: 10 October 2008 (USA)
Plot: For generations, the people of the City of Ember have flourished in an amazing world of glittering lights. But Ember's once powerful generator is failing ... and the great lamps that illuminate the city are starting to flicker.
Plot Keywords: Escape, Message, Politician, Boat, Underground River System