The Mission Today

Roland Joffé's (1986) is a sweeping historical epic that explores the clash between faith, colonial greed, and personal redemption. Set in the 1750s South American jungle, it follows two very different Jesuit priests who must decide how to defend an indigenous community against European powers. Historical Context and Plot

A papal emissary who is forced to choose between the survival of the missions and the political stability of the Catholic Church in Europe. Ennio Morricone's Soundtrack The Mission

A man of peace who believes in nonviolent resistance. He leads the Guaraní in prayer and song even as the military advances. Roland Joffé's (1986) is a sweeping historical epic

A former slave trader seeking redemption for murdering his brother. He ultimately returns to his violent roots to fight for the Guaraní. Ennio Morricone's Soundtrack A man of peace who

Much of the film was shot on location at the Iguazu Falls on the border of Argentina and Brazil. Key Characters and Themes

The heart of the story lies in the contrasting approaches to resistance and morality: