Drama History War

Empire of the Sun (1987)

Name: Empire of the Sun
Genre: Drama, History, War
Released: 1987-12-09
Duration: 153 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano

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

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2h 33m English Released

Director: Steven Spielberg

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.