The Other Conquest
"The spirit of a people can never be conquered."
Originally released in 1999. The Other Conquest is a drama/history film. directed by Salvador Carrasco.
Starring Damián Delgado, José Carlos Rodríguez, and Elpidia Carrillo
Synopsis
The film is a drama about the aftermath of the 1520s Spanish Conquest of Mexico told from the perspective of the indigenous Aztec people. It explores the social, religious, and psychological changes brought about by a historical process of colonization that both defined the American continent and is also highly reminiscent of today’s neocolonialism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (31 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
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Director
Top Cast
Damián Delgado
as Topiltzin / Tomás
José Carlos Rodríguez
as Fray Diego de La Coruña
Elpidia Carrillo
as Tecuichpo / Doña Isabel
Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez
as Beata Conversa
Iñaki Aierra
as Hernando Cortés
Honorato Magaloni
as Capitán Cristóbal Quijano
Maya Zapata
as Xochiquetzal - Niña Intérprete
Guillermo Ríos
as Alanpoyatzin - hermano
Josefina Echánove
as Nanahuatzin - abuela
Álvaro Guerrero
as Rolando
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Domingo Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Other Conquest about?
The film is a drama about the aftermath of the 1520s Spanish Conquest of Mexico told from the perspective of the indigenous Aztec people. It explores the social, religious, and psychological change...
Who directed The Other Conquest?
The Other Conquest was directed by Salvador Carrasco.
How long is The Other Conquest?
The Other Conquest has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Other Conquest released?
The Other Conquest was released on April 1, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Other Conquest?
The main cast of The Other Conquest includes Damián Delgado, José Carlos Rodríguez, Elpidia Carrillo, Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez, Iñaki Aierra.