Empire of the Sun
To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him.
Overview
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 Info
Release Date: 12/9/1987
Runtime: 153 min
Director: Steven Spielberg
Writers: J.G. Ballard, Menno Meyjes, Tom Stoppard
Top Cast
Christian Bale
Jim
John Malkovich
Basie
Miranda Richardson
Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers
Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano
Frank Demarest
Leslie Phillips
Maxton
Masatô Ibu
Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richard
Jim's Mother
Rupert Frazer
Jim's Father
Takatarô Kataoka
Kamikaze Boy Pilot
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