Empire of the Sun (7.5)

Movie · 1987 · 2 h 43 min · Drama, History, War

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

Starring Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano, Leslie Phillips, 伊武雅刀, Emily Richard, Rupert Frazer, Peter Gale

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