Conquest
Conquest

Conquest

1971Movie100 minSpanish

La Araucana is a Chilean film based on an epic poem in Spanish about the Spanish conquest of Chile, by Alonso de Ercilla; it is also known in English as The Araucaniad. It is considered the national epic of the Kingdom of Chile and one of the most important works of the Spanish Golden Age

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: John SturgesGenres: Adventure, Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In a post-revolutionary Mexico, a hardened mercenary named Lee is hired by a wealthy landowner to rescue his kidnapped daughter from Pancho Villa's rebels. As Lee navigates the treacherous landscape and the complexities of the ongoing conflict, he finds himself increasingly drawn into the plight of the Mexican people.

Critical Reception

Conquest, also known as 'Red Sun', received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, others found its plot convoluted and its depiction of historical events problematic. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining, albeit somewhat formulaic, Western with international flair.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action-packed sequences and Bronson's stoic performance.
  • Criticized for historical inaccuracies and a somewhat predictable narrative.
  • Seen as a decent entry in the Spaghetti Western subgenre with a notable international cast.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was an international co-production, filmed in Spain and Italy, and notably features an American lead (Charles Bronson), a Greek antagonist (Telly Savalas), and a Spanish actor in a prominent role (Fernando Rey).

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