La misión

Synopsis of La misión

Set in 1740, this acclaimed film tells the story of an idealistic Jesuit, Brother Gabriel, who establishes a pacifist community among the Guarani Indians in South America. He is joined by Mendoza, a repentant former slave trader seeking redemption. Together, they must face the political decisions of colonial powers that threaten to destroy the Jesuit missions. Directed by Roland Joffé and starring Robert De Niro and Jeremy Irons, this cinematic masterpiece is renowned for its powerful narrative and unforgettable score. Winner of the Palme d'Or at the 1986 Cannes Film Festival, it is an essential film exploring themes of faith, sacrifice, and the struggle for justice in a hostile colonial setting.