Empire of the Sun

Empire of the Sun

7.5 | 1987-12-09 | 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.

Featured Crew

Steven Spielberg Producer
Robert Shapiro Executive Producer
J.G. Ballard Novel
Menno Meyjes Screenplay
Tom Stoppard Screenplay
Michael Kahn Editor
Frank Marshall Producer
Allen Daviau Director of Photography
John Williams Original Music Composer
Steven Spielberg Director

Cast

Miranda Richardson
Miranda Richardson
Mrs. Victor
Nigel Havers
Nigel Havers
Dr. Rawlins
Joe Pantoliano
Joe Pantoliano
Frank Demarest
Masatô Ibu
Masatô Ibu
Sgt. Nagata
Emily Richard
Emily Richard
Jim's Mother
Rupert Frazer
Rupert Frazer
Jim's Father
Peter Gale
Peter Gale
Mr. Victor

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