
Empire of the Sun
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: 1987-12-09
Drama
History
War
★★★★★★★★★★ (1978 votes)
Casts

Christian Bale
as Jim

John Malkovich
as Basie

Miranda Richardson
as Mrs. Victor

Nigel Havers
as Dr. Rawlins

Joe Pantoliano
as Frank Demarest

Leslie Phillips
as Maxton

Masatô Ibu
as Sgt. Nagata

Emily Richard
as Jim's Mother

Rupert Frazer
as Jim's Father

Takatarô Kataoka
as Kamikaze Boy Pilot