Running on Empty

Running on Empty primarily evokes Sadness, Empathy, and Anxiety. Sadness stems from the family's constant displacement and the sacrifices made, particularly the son's inability to live a normal life. Empathy is strongly felt for all family members, caught in the consequences of past actions and striving for connection amidst adversity. Anxiety is a constant undercurrent due to the ever-present threat of discovery by authorities. Additionally, Melancholy pervades the narrative, reflecting on lost opportunities and the bittersweet nature of their existence, while Hope emerges through the son's aspirations for an independent future and the family's enduring love, enhanced by the film's 'Music' genre elements.