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Empire of the Sun

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

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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📋 Film Details

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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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

"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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Viewing atmosphere: late evening, dim light, phone away.

🎭 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

Rupert Frazer

Rupert Frazer

Jim's Father

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Peter Gale

Mr. Victor

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