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Summary Eighteenth century Spanish Jesuits try to protect a remote South American tribe in danger of falling under the rule of pro-slavery Portugal.

Directed By: Roland Joffé

Written By: Robert Bolt

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Metascore Mixed or Average Based on 18 Critic Reviews
55
User Score Universal Acclaim Based on 22 User Ratings
8.3
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Summary Eighteenth century Spanish Jesuits try to protect a remote South American tribe in danger of falling under the rule of pro-slavery Portugal.

Directed By: Roland Joffé

Written By: Robert Bolt

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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 18 Critic Reviews
55
44% Positive
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6% Negative
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Metascore
Mixed or Average Based on 18 Critic Reviews
55
44% Positive
8 Reviews
50% Mixed
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6% Negative
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Universal Acclaim Based on 22 User Ratings
8.3
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Universal Acclaim Based on 22 User Ratings
8.3
91% Positive
20 Ratings
9% Mixed
2 Ratings
0% Negative
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Production Company Warner Bros., Goldcrest Films International, Kingsmere Productions Ltd., Enigma Productions, AMLF
Release Date Oct 31, 1986
Duration 2 h 5 m
Rating PG
Tagline Deep in the jungles of South America two men bring civilization to a native tribe. Now, after years of struggle together, they find themselves on opposite sides in a dramatic fight for the natives' independence. One will trust in the power of prayer. One will believe in the might of the sword.
Academy Awards, USA
• 1 Win & 7 Nominations
Golden Globes, USA
• 2 Wins & 5 Nominations
BAFTA Awards
• 3 Wins & 11 Nominations