Empire of the Sun
1987
Movie Information
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.
Release Date
December 9, 1987
Director
Steven Spielberg
Runtime
2h 33m
Cast
Christian BaleJohn MalkovichMiranda RichardsonNigel HaversJoe PantolianoLeslie PhillipsMasatô IbuEmily RichardRupert FrazerPeter Gale
Production
Warner Bros. PicturesAmblin Entertainment
Genres
DramaHistoryWar