Review of Empire of the Sun (1987) by Brian E — 17 Jan 2014

By far one of Stephen Spielberg and Christian Bales best movie. One of those movies some people do not know of but once they watch never forget.

This review of Empire of the Sun (1987) was written by Brian E on 17 Jan 2014.

Empire of the Sun has generally received very positive reviews.

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