by Steven Spielberg · Warner Home Video · DVD · EAN 0085391175360
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Empire of the Sun is a critically acclaimed film directed by Steven Spielberg, based on J.G. Ballard's semi-autobiographical novel. Set during World War II, it follows the story of Jim Graham, a young British boy whose privileged life in Shanghai is shattered after the Japanese invasion in 1941. Through his eyes, the film explores the fascination and horror of war, highlighting the struggle for survival and the loss of childhood innocence in a world gone mad.
This Laserdisc edition includes the feature film and the documentary "The China Odyssey," which provides an in-depth look at the making of the movie. Featuring a breakout performance by a young Christian Bale, this film is a deeply moving human drama and an essential piece of Spielberg's filmography.
