Empire of the Sun (1987)

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.

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Cast

• 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
• Peter Gale as Mr. Victor

If you liked Empire of the Sun, try

• The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
• The Zone of Interest
• Midway
• The Great Escape
• The Six Triple Eight
• Prisoner of War
• The Monuments Men
• Operation Mincemeat