A young English boy struggles to survive under Japanese occupation during World War II. An emotional & heartbreaking journey of a child amidst the horrors of World War II. Starring Christian Bale (in his debut role), John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson & Ben Stiller. Directed by Steven Spielberg.
Empire of the Sun is a 1987 English language war film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Christian Bale, John Malkovich, & Miranda Richardson. The idyllic childhood of a young English schoolboy, Jamie Graham living with his rich parents in a luxurious Shanghai suburb comes to an abrupt end in 1941 when the Empire of Japan, having more or less occupied China since 1937, launch war against United States, Great Britain & Holland.
The new end for the classic Spielberg film; for it's 20th anniversary re-release next year, George Lucas was asked to alter the film. Here is an early look. Empire Of The Sun alternate ending by George Lucas
