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.
| Year | 1987 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, History, War |
| Director | Steven Spielberg |
| Runtime | 153 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (2092 votes) |
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"Империя Солнца" (1987) is cinema about people at their hardest moment, and about how they carry it.
Don't watch for a light evening. Watch if you want the real thing.
For those who love stories about people — real, imperfect, alive.
Director: Steven Spielberg
— MovieFinder Editorial
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