Empire of the Sun

The story

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.

Cast & crew

Christian BaleJim

John MalkovichBasie

Miranda RichardsonMrs. Victor

Nigel HaversDr. Rawlins

Joe PantolianoFrank Demarest

Leslie PhillipsMaxton

Masatô IbuSgt. Nagata

Emily RichardJim's Mother

Rupert FrazerJim's Father

Peter Gale

Peter GaleMr. Victor

Takatarô KataokaKamikaze Boy Pilot

Ben StillerDainty