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9.0 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 23
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  1. DvijenP.
    Jun 10, 2008
    10
    I don't know what the stupid critics were talking about, that movie was awesome, another one of Speilburg's great works.
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  2. BillM.
    Jan 10, 2009
    10
    An awesome movie with a truly mesmirizing performance by Christian Bale.
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  3. EricR
    Apr 23, 2008
    10
    This movie has haunted me for years as a solemn, heart-rending experience. Jim's reaction to the appearance of the P-51s and his final reunion are unforgettable. I can't think of anything NOT to like about this movie.
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  4. KarenS.
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    This movie is one of my all-time favorites. It is, indeed, "haunting: as the above person mentioned. Christian Bale's performance is amazing, especially given that he was just a child at the time. There is such depth to his character-what he says and doesn't say throughout the movie. I highly recommend this film.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  5. PaulL.
    Aug 20, 2008
    10
    Love this movie and a best world war 2 film ever yet. Don't know how critic respond to the film.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  6. MarinaM
    Nov 15, 2009
    10
    Gorgeous and touching. Definitely one of my all time favorite movies.
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  7. KyleG.
    Aug 15, 2007
    9
    I really enjoyed this movie and i think it's great.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  8. IznatiCritic
    Aug 31, 2010
    9
    A beautifully woven tale with historical significance. Steven at his very best in my opinion. War viewed from the sidelines during simpler times but no less brutal.
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Metascore
60 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. Chicago Reader
    Reviewed by: Jonathan Rosenbaum
    50
    The pseudomystical vagueness that seems to be Spielberg's stock-in-trade stifles most of the particularity of the source.
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    63
    Empire of the Sun adds up to a promising idea, a carefully observed production and some interesting performances.
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  3. Empire
    Reviewed by: Darren Bignell
    80
    Spielberg's technical ability is very clear, with much to appreciate on close examination.
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