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Empire of the Sun

Empire of the Sun (1987)

Movie · Released · 153 min · ★ 7.5

Drama, History, War

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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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Cast

Christian BaleChristian BaleJimJohn MalkovichJohn MalkovichBasieMiranda RichardsonMiranda RichardsonMrs. VictorNigel HaversNigel HaversDr. RawlinsJoe PantolianoJoe PantolianoFrank DemarestLeslie PhillipsLeslie PhillipsMaxtonMasatô IbuMasatô IbuSgt. NagataEmily RichardEmily RichardJim's MotherRupert FrazerRupert FrazerJim's Father
Peter GaleMr. VictorTakatarô KataokaTakatarô KataokaKamikaze Boy PilotBen StillerBen StillerDaintyDavid NeidorfDavid NeidorfTiptreeRalph SeymourRalph SeymourCohenRobert StephensRobert StephensMr. Lockwood

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