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Empire of the Sun (DVD, 2001)

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Experience the epic story of Empire of the Sun in this classic DVD format. Transport yourself to the year 2001, with this incredible tale of survival and adventure. This one-disc set is perfect for movie enthusiasts and collectors alike. Enjoy the stunning visuals and gripping storyline, all in the comfort of your own home. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own Empire of the Sun in its original snap case packaging. This DVD is a must-have for any movie lover's collection. Relive the magic and emotion of this timeless classic, without worrying about the item's condition. Get your copy of Empire of the Sun (Snap Case Packaging) today.

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Steven Spielberg's EMPIRE OF THE SUN, based on the autobiographical novel by J.G. Ballard, stars Christian Bale as Jim Graham, a British schoolboy separated from his upper-class colonial parents when the Japanese sweep into Shanghai during World War II. Temporarily orphaned, Jim attaches himself to Basie (John Malkovich), a fast-talking American opportunist determined make a buck off the spoils of war. Later, when the two are interned in a prison camp, Jim's boyish fantasies are fueled by the grace and daring of the Japanese fighter pilots whom he comes to idolize despite their enemy status. Spielberg's visually spectacular wartime epic is a testimony to the human will to survive and a child's ability to find wonder even in the midst of horror. Thirteen-year-old Welsh actor Christian Bale is brillant as Jim in his feature film debut. Spielberg himself identified more with Jim, a boy who is obsessed with flying and who experiences the death of his innocence, than with E.T.'s Elliott. After a year of negotiations with the Chinese, Spielberg and his crew were allowed to film in Shanghai, which was virtually unchanged since World War II.

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0085391175322
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Product Key Features

Actor
Christian Bale, John Malkovich
Director
Steven Allan Spielberg, Steven Spielberg
Rating
G
Format
DVD
Release Year
2001
Genre
Drama

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Number of Discs
1
Country/Region of Manufacture
USA
LeafCats
617
Film Country
USA
Leading Role
Christian Bale, John Malkovich
Release Date
20011106

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5 out of 5 stars
by jjmph91Apr 02, 2018
Japanese interment camps in The USA in WWII
This is a hard truth about WWII that we as a country should never done this way. Japan bombed pearl harbor, but US citizens lost their homes, jobs and lives sitting in interment camps waiting for war to end. Many Japanese enlisted and helped win the war. True story
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5 out of 5 stars
by nimstMar 12, 2015
Autobiographic World War II Epic Story
Based on J. G. Ballard's autobiographical novel, tells the story of a boy, James Graham, whose privileged life is upturned by the Japanese invasion of Shanghai, December 8, 1941. Separated from his parents, he is eventually captured, and taken to Soo Chow confinement camp, next to a captured Chinese airfield. Amidst the sickness and food shortages in the camp, Jim attempts to reconstruct his former life, all the while bringing spirit and dignity to those around him. The film is another Steven Spielberg triumph. His keen eye and remarkable story telling ability is once again paramount to the storyline. Historically accurate, a dramatic script and visually moving, makes this a wonderful movie experience.
5 out of 5 stars
by ronpres-90Dec 21, 2020
Empire of The Sun.
Have always loved this movie. Is one of my favorites. Christian Bale did a superb job.
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5 out of 5 stars
by debba220814Nov 02, 2021
A good example of where America is heading.
A really good movie to remind americans that this could happen again in the near future. I mean world war 3.
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5 out of 5 stars
by gall34Nov 06, 2015
Based on true story
Very engaging story of a young lad who became separated from his parents in Japan at the beginning of WW II. Doesn't seem to get much play on TV since (1) it's long and (2) not flattering to Japan (now our ally). So DVD is best choice to see this again from time to time.
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