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Empire of the Sun (1987)

To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.

7.52h 33mDrama • History • War
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Synopsis

Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.

Movie Information

Director
Steven Spielberg
Writers
Menno Meyjes, Tom Stoppard
Release Year
1987
Runtime
153 minutes
Genre
Drama, History, War
Language
EN
Country
United States of America
Status
Released
Rating
7.5 / 10 (2,128 votes)

Top Cast

Christian Bale
Christian Bale
Jim
John Malkovich
John Malkovich
Basie
Miranda Richardson
Miranda Richardson
Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers
Nigel Havers
Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano
Joe Pantoliano
Frank Demarest
Leslie Phillips
Leslie Phillips
Maxton
Masatô Ibu
Masatô Ibu
Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richard
Emily Richard
Jim's Mother

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Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.

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