The Other Conquest (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1999, The Other Conquest is a drama film directed by Salvador Carrasco, running about 105 minutes. “The spirit of a people can never be conquered.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 changes brought about by a historical process of colonization that both defined the American continent and is also highly reminiscent of today’s neocolonialism.
Who’s in it. The Other Conquest stars Damián Delgado as Topiltzin / Tomás, José Carlos Rodríguez as Fray Diego de La Coruña, Elpidia Carrillo as Tecuichpo / Doña Isabel and Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez as Beata Conversa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Other Conquest has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Other Conquest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Other Conquest tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Other Conquest (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Other Conquest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Other Conquest worth watching?
- The Other Conquest holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Other Conquest?
- The Other Conquest stars Damián Delgado, José Carlos Rodríguez, Elpidia Carrillo, Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez and Iñaki Aierra.
- When was The Other Conquest released?
- The Other Conquest was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.