The Last Emperor (UK Import) [4K Ultra HD]

The Last Emperor 4K Ultra HD presents Bernardo Bertolucci’s Oscar-winning epic in a breathtaking Dolby Vision restoration. A monumental achievement in world cinema, the film traces the extraordinary life of Pu Yi, the final emperor of China, against the backdrop of a nation in upheaval.

From his ascension to the throne as a child within the vast walls of the Forbidden City to his eventual fall and complicated role during World War II, Pu Yi’s story unfolds as both intimate character study and sweeping historical epic. Raised to believe he was divine, his journey becomes one of identity, power, and loss as the world around him changes irreversibly.

Filmed on location in China with unprecedented access to historic sites, and featuring stunning cinematography by Vittorio Storaro, The Last Emperor remains a visually rich and emotionally resonant masterpiece that captured nine Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director.

directed by: Bernardo Bertolucci
starring: John Lone, Joan Chen, Peter O’Toole, Ryuichi Sakamoto
1987 / 163 min / Mandarin