The Mission

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Dec 21 So moving. A favorite movie for many decades now. See more marlony b Oct 13 You get to undertand that the arrival of the spanish and portugues was and wasnt good. You get to see the full picture of the world in those days. And what the meaning of love is for God. When watching this movie, u ask yourself why some ppl act this way, just remember that what the director tried to tell us: the world is a dirty place, even when they say they do it for love. 10/10 movie. Gives a meaning to crying See more Wayne K Aug 20 A film that seems to be more acclaimed and beloved for its score than anything else, The Mission is a beautifully photographed and well directed story about Jesuit priests struggling to protect their flock in an age of deadly ignorance and brutal colonialism. Like every historical film ever made it’s gotten a lot of flack for its inaccuracies, as well as criticism for its treatment and depiction of the indigenous tribes. The film would have you believe that the priest’s intentions with the locals was entirely benevolent, something that people with even a passing knowledge of religious history can tell you is nonsense. The film doesn’t go anywhere fast, but I did like its contemplative tone and a lack of sensationalism. It captures what it would have been like to give yourself to your faith in an attempt to live a simple, good life, and the effect it would have on you if that existence were interrupted. It also demonstrates some great historical details, such as how the European powers were at a significant advantage over the native tribes because they had guns, but it also shows how inconvenient they were, with their vast length and the necessity for them to be reloaded frequently and with great difficulty. The much-lauded score appears to be a total of 2 significant songs, one of which is repeated about 5 times. The climatic battle scene is a fittingly emotional ending to what is a very human drama. Not a masterpiece by any means, but still a powerful story that deserves to be seen. See more thiago s @Thiagostone Aug 4 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom See more bob c Jul 17 Up there with the very best. See more Chris W Jul 1 This is a Masterpiece of art. Another example of the fact that far too many professional critics have agendas that are controlled by their desperation for money and to please their paymasters. This brilliant film captures the tragedy that was, and far too often is. If I were still teaching, this would be in a film studies class. It needs to be viewed. Globally. Be kind. Always. Out lies and evil. Always. See more Read all reviews

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