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Empire Of The Sun - Special Edition [1987]


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Amazon.co.uk Review

Roundly dismissed as one of Steven Spielberg's least successful efforts, this very underrated film poignantly follows the World War II adventures of young Jim (a brilliant Christian Bale), caught in the throes of the fall of China. What if you once had everything and lost it all in an afternoon? What if you were only 12 years old at the time? Bale's transformation, from pampered British ruling-class child to an imprisoned, desperate, nearly feral boy, is nothing short of stunning. Also stunning are exceptional sets, cinematography and music (the last courtesy of John Williams) that enhance author J.G. Ballard's and screenwriter Tom Stoppard's depiction of another, less familiar casualty of war. In a time when competitors were releasing "comedic", derivative coming-of-age films, Empire of the Sun stands out as an epic in the classic David Lean sense--despite confusion or perceived competition with the equally excellent The Last Emperor (also released in 1987, and also a coming-of-age in a similar setting). It is also a remarkable testament to, yes, the human spirit. And despite its disappointing box-office returns, Empire of the Sun helped to further establish Spielberg as more than a commercial director and set the standard, tone and look for future efforts Schindler's List and Saving Private Ryan. --N.F. Mendoza


Wauw, what a great movie!
Review date: 2008-08-19 Rating: 10 out of 10

I just watched this movie, I was just so amazed with Bale, how beautifully he carried that movie on his shoulders with a very stunning performance!! It's a very great and moving movie, and one shouldn't think that it's as old as it is! Well, really all I can say is that this one to watch!

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Review date: 2008-04-20 Rating: 10 out of 10

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Review date: 2006-07-17 Rating: 10 out of 10

Absolutely awesome film, very much underated.. If anything watch It for the action plane scene around the camp. I find it hard to believe it was filmed in 1987

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Review date: 2006-04-30 Rating: 6 out of 10

watched this film last night with the wife and 15 year old son. all like to watch films found the film ok but can get a bit strange at times also can be a bit slow in parts. Not the best steven spielberg film for me although good acting by a very young christian bail ( new batman)

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Review date: 2006-03-23 Rating: 10 out of 10

An amazing tale of the child's view of war. One of my favourite books and easily my favourite film. I recommend this to anyone with heart, consideration and understanding of the human cost of battle

Product Details/Specifications


Actor(s):
Nigel Havers
Christian Bale
John Malkovich
Miranda Richardson
Joe Pantoliano

Creators:
Christian Bale (Primary Contributor)
John Malkovich (Primary Contributor)

Director(s):

Recording label: Warner Home Video
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
EAN: 7321900737371
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 2
Format: Box set, PAL, Special Edition,
Release date: 2006-03-06
Audience rating: Parental Guidance
Region code: 2
Running time: 146 minutes
Theatrical release date: 1987
Language: French (Subtitled)
Language: Italian (Subtitled)
Language: English (Original Language)

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