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The Last Emperor

The Last Emperor

1500 slaves. 353,260,000 royal subjects. Warlords. Concubines. And 2 wives. He was the loneliest boy in the world.

7.64 October 1987163 minEN
History
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.
Budget: $23,800,000Box Office: $44,000,000
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Viewer Opinions (5)

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Daniel Morris@the_morris_view268 opinions · User since 2023
★★★★☆ 8.4
A truly remarkable experience. To elaborate, bring tissues — you'll need them. …
21 December 1988User Review
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Lisa Smith@smithl25411 opinions · User since 2013
★★★☆☆ 6.0
A fair 6/10 from me. So yeah, feels a bit overlong — tighter editing would have helped. …
27 February 1989User Review

Audience Take

Amy Thompson
As far as drama goes, this is definitely above average. That's for sure. Highly recommended.
Daniel Morris
A truly remarkable experience. The color palette and framing are pure artistry.
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