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Empire of the Sun

1987 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary

7.5/10

Rating

153 min

Runtime

1987

Release Year

Steven Spielberg

Director

Cast

Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Joe Pantoliano

Quick Synopsis

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.

Full Plot Summary of 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.

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