Empire of the Sun

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

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1987 · 153 min · PG · Drama · History · War · TMDB 7.5/10

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.

Directed by Steven Spielberg

Cast

Christian Bale — Jim
John Malkovich — Basie
Miranda Richardson — Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers — Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano — Frank Demarest