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The Other Conquest

Original title: La otra conquista
  • 1998
  • R
  • 1h 45m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
1.2K
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2007 USA theatrical release
Home Video Trailer from Union Station Media
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It is May 1520 in the vast Aztec Empire one year after the Spanish Conqueror Hernán Cortés' arrival in Mexico. "The Other Conquest" opens with the infamous massacre of the Aztecs at the Grea... Read allIt is May 1520 in the vast Aztec Empire one year after the Spanish Conqueror Hernán Cortés' arrival in Mexico. "The Other Conquest" opens with the infamous massacre of the Aztecs at the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan [what is now called Mexico City]. The sacred grounds are covered ... Read allIt is May 1520 in the vast Aztec Empire one year after the Spanish Conqueror Hernán Cortés' arrival in Mexico. "The Other Conquest" opens with the infamous massacre of the Aztecs at the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan [what is now called Mexico City]. The sacred grounds are covered with the countless bodies of priests and nobility slaughtered by the Spanish Armies under ... Read all

  • Director
    • Salvador Carrasco
  • Writer
    • Salvador Carrasco
  • Stars
    • Damián Delgado
    • José Carlos Rodríguez
    • Elpidia Carrillo
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    1.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Salvador Carrasco
    • Writer
      • Salvador Carrasco
    • Stars
      • Damián Delgado
      • José Carlos Rodríguez
      • Elpidia Carrillo
    • 497User reviews
    • 34Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 6 nominations total

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    Damián Delgado
    Damián Delgado
    • Topiltzin…
    José Carlos Rodríguez
    • Fray Diego de La Coruña
    Elpidia Carrillo
    Elpidia Carrillo
    • Tecuichpo…
    Iñaki Aierra
    Iñaki Aierra
    • Hernando Cortés
    Honorato Magaloni
    Honorato Magaloni
    • Capitán Cristóbal Quijano
    Guillermo Ríos
    Guillermo Ríos
    • Alanpoyatzin - hermano
    Josefina Echánove
    Josefina Echánove
    • Nanahuatzin - abuela
    Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez
    Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez
    • Beata Conversa
    Álvaro Guerrero
    Álvaro Guerrero
    • Rolando
    Rufino Echegoyen
    • Fray Sebastián
    Lourdes Villareal
    • Cihuacóatl - sumo sacerdote
    Luisa Ávila
    • Xilonen - Princesa
    Ramón Barragán
    • Ramón Quevedo - notario
    • (as Ramon Barragan)
    Diana Bracho
    Diana Bracho
    • Doña Juana
    José Luis Carol
    • Padre Santa María
    Martin LaSalle
    Martin LaSalle
    • Fraile Superior
    • (as Martín Lasalle)
    Nicolás Jasso
    • Guerrero Dual
    Carlos Torrestorija
    • Soldado Héctor
    • Director
      • Salvador Carrasco
    • Writer
      • Salvador Carrasco
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews497

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    hramirez

    Wonderful plot, scenes, music, and acting

    La Otra Conquista will always live with me. I was in awe with the wonderful combination of acting and music. The scenes were breathtaking and the plot got its much overdue attention. I've watched it two times, picking up something new every time. I wish there were more movies like it.
    10Kate Egan

    This is the most powerful, unforgettable and life-altering film I've seen in ages.

    This is the most powerful, unforgettable and life-altering film I've seen in ages. It's amazing that I'm Irish and I felt it was about the story of my people, even though it's about the Aztecs and Spanish. What's wrong with you distributors out there? Why isn't this film playing nationwide?!?!?
    tgrudin

    A very poignant critique of religion

    This film explores the relationships between politics, religion, spirituality, and culture, focusing on some true and some fabricated events of the Spanish invasion of the Aztecs. Biting, the film charges with the idea that the nature of culture and the strength of a highly traditional belief system is not conquerable. Stressing the strength and perseverance of the human will, the film yields unforgettable images, some that stress the deep connection between humanity and religion. One immortal image is of a statue of the Virgin Mary being carefully supported down from a high place with ropes. In this image, the true condition of organized religion is viewed; one that is undeniably buttressed by the will of the people.

    With this powerful look at cross-cultural interactions and the strong statements about the role of the missionary, the movie grips its audience, leaving us with a feeling that all human beliefs are related and filtered by our very similar eyes. The message that this movie sends about religious disputes is one of great importance and even greater shrewdness on the part of the movie's creators.
    8sibamedia

    An Epic story with an important message. A modern MUST SEE

    This movie has the tone of an epic story and a universal message of tolerance. The beautiful shots and the storytelling grab you from the first image and bring the audience in a journey through history following the uneasy path of the main character. But the story is never easy to guess and the feeling to witness something real is what keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters never feel one-dimensional or convenient, they are part of the story and their historical role is portrayed in details. But there is something more: the story behind the movie. The making of it is, per se, an amazing adventure that every aspiring filmmaker must see.
    mastapeacz

    The Other Conquest is Destined to Become a Classic

    This is a superb film which conveys a powerful and profound message of tolerance, respect and peace. This film has been truly made by the artist who has taken the canvas of his soul to the silver screen and has truly added to the cause of peace for this nation---brilliant!!! And due to this, it is an important vehicle which offers the solutions to conquering youth violence so prevalent in our society today. The Other Conquest will undoubtedly become a classic. This film is a must for children and families---there is a hunger within our Brown children (and believe me, there are many) to know their heritage and where they fit in.

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    • Quotes

      Fray Diego de La Coruña: [on his deathbed] Peace, at last... the final journey.

      Padre Santa María: The final journey? To where, Friar Diego?

      Fray Diego de La Coruña: To where all mortals go.

    • Crazy credits
      The people and animals that appear in this film did not suffer any kind of physical or psychological damage.
    • Soundtracks
      Aria 'Mater Aeterna'
      Performed by Plácido Domingo

      Music by Samuel Zyman

      Lyrics by Salvador Carrasco

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    • Release date
      • April 21, 2000 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Mexico
    • Official sites
      • Carrasco & Domingo Films USA, Inc.
      • Fox Mexico
    • Languages
      • Spanish
      • Nahuatl
    • Also known as
      • Другие завоевания
    • Filming locations
      • Convento de Acolman, Estado de México, Mexico
    • Production companies
      • Carrasco and Domingo Films
      • Salvastian Pictures Inc.
      • ADO Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $3,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $894,410
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $305,308
      • Apr 23, 2000
    • Gross worldwide
      • $894,410
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby SR
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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