Jamie Graham (Christian Bale), a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor named Basie (John Malkovich), who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirits, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him. Commissioned by Jeff S. (9.22.23)

Release date: December 25, 1987 (USA)
Director: Steven Spielberg
Nominations: BAFTA Award for Best Original Score, MORE
Story by: J. G. Ballard
Awards: BAFTA Award for Best Original Score, MORE
Distributed by: Warner Bros., Warner Bros. Pictures