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Empire of the Sun

Empire of the Sun

Release: 1987-12-09 ·Runtime: 153m ·★ 7.5
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.

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures
Amblin Entertainment