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To survive in a world at war, he must find a strength greater than all the events that surround him. - Empire of the Sun
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Title: Empire of the Sun

Release Date: 9 Dec 1987

Runtime: 2h 33m

Genre: Drama, History, War

Director: Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment

Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment

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.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.5 (1929 votes)

Cast

  • Jim: Christian Bale
  • Basie: John Malkovich
  • Mrs. Victor: Miranda Richardson
  • Dr. Rawlins: Nigel Havers
  • Frank Demarest: Joe Pantoliano
  • Maxton: Leslie Phillips
  • Sgt. Nagata: Masatô Ibu
  • Jim's Mother: Emily Richard
  • Jim's Father: Rupert Frazer
  • Mr. Victor: Peter Gale
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