#14: The Last Emperor (1987)
Exploring the enigmatic reign of China’s final emperor sparks intense debate among historians. The narrative is clouded with uncertainties, yet the craft of director Bernardo Bertolucci and writer Mark Peploe brings clarity to this historical figure’s story.
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Their depiction encapsulates the era’s political disarray and showcases ancient China’s majestic scenery. This cinematic masterpiece garnered unanimous acclaim, sweeping all nine categories it was nominated for at the Academy Awards.