The Last Emperor (Movie, 1987)

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In The Last Emperor movie, you'll witness the profound journey of a boy who ascends to the throne only to grapple with the weight of loneliness and loss in a rapidly changing world. The film masterfully evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and sorrow as it explores the fragility of power and identity.

After watching this, you'll feel a lingering ache for the beauty and tragedy of life.

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Summary: A dramatic history of Pu Yi, the last of the Emperors of China, from his lofty birth and brief reign in the Forbidden City, the object of worship by half a billion people; through his abdication, his decline and dissolute lifestyle; his exploitation by the invading Japanese, and finally to his obscure existence as just another peasant worker in the People's Republic.

Genres: Drama, History

Director: Bernardo Bertolucci

Main Cast: John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O'Toole

Production Countries: China, France, Italy, United Kingdom

Original Language: en

Release Date: October 4, 1987

Certification: PG-13

Rating: 7.618/10 (1675 votes)