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The Mission (1986) -- 18th century Spanish Jesuits try to protect a remote South American Indian tribe in danger of falling under the rule of pro-slavery Portugal.
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Overview

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7.4/10   17,523 votes
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Director:
Writer:
Robert Bolt (original story & screenplay)
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Release Date:
31 October 1986 (USA) more
Plot:
18th century Spanish Jesuits try to protect a remote South American Indian tribe in danger of falling under the rule of pro-slavery Portugal. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
Won Oscar. Another 12 wins & 21 nominations more
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(13 articles)
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User Comments:
Emotionally devastating, Inspiring more (144 total)

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Additional Details

Runtime:
125 min
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Color (Rankcolor)
Aspect Ratio:
2.20 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
70 mm 6-Track (70 mm prints) | Dolby (35 mm prints)

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Trivia:
Many of the people who played the natives were actual native South Americans who spoke little English. They were given free reign to say whatever lines they wanted, and it is rumored that in a couple scenes they're actually cursing up a storm. more
Goofs:
Continuity: The sloth's head is initially at the man's right shoulder, but then on the left in the next cut. This happens twice. more
Quotes:
Gabriel: So you're hunting above the falls now, Captain Mendoza?
[pauses]
Gabriel: We're building a mission here. We're going to make Christians of these people!
Mendoza: If you have the time.
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Movie Connections:
Featured in The 44th Annual Golden Globe Awards (1987) (TV) more

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73 out of 96 people found the following comment useful.
Emotionally devastating, Inspiring, 18 May 2000
10/10
Author: tupperi from Melbourne, Australia

I found myself emotionally devastated after seeing this film the first time. The film packs a punch in its contrast between the beauty of nature and human self-sacrifice on the one hand and the depths of human self-interest and ruthlessness on the other. Its theme is as relevant today as it was in the 1600s - what are the consequences of my actions, and what price must be paid by me and by others as a result? The film depicts several characters with whose choices the viewer can identify - the missionary, the repentant killer, the papal legate - and gives no easy answers to the choices that confront them. But the fact that there are no easy answers doesn't let them off the hook. In the end, they all have to take responsibility for what they do or fail to do.

The magnificent visuals of the Iguassu Falls and the moving score by Morricone (surely his best) all contribute to an unforgettable picture.

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