Synopsis
Upon the 500-year anniversary of the Spanish Conquest, a ghostly Conquistador arrives in modern Mexico. As he journeys toward the capital city, he remembers events from his past while encountering the testimonies of real people, the survivors of contemporary violence. History and the present begin to merge, giving nightmarish reflection on the enduring legacy of colonialism in our world today.
499 (2021) is a 1h 27min documentary feature film by Rodrigo Reyes. Upon the 500-year anniversary of the Spanish Conquest, a ghostly Conquistador arrives in modern Mexico.
Key facts
Original language
Spanish
First release
August 20, 2021
Production companies
La Maroma
Setting
Mexico
Filming locations
Veracruz, Federal District, New York City
Trailer
Stills
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Festival History
- DocsBarcelona 2021 generic
- Camerimage 2020 generic - Documentary Features ★ Golden Frog (Best Docudrama)
- Havana Film Festival 2020 generic
- Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival 2020 generic ★ Special Jury Prize
- São Paulo International Film Festival 2020 generic
- Tribeca Film Festival 2020 generic
Identifiers & sources
| Wikidata | Q91259953 |
| IMDb | tt10149938 |
| TMDB | 678513 |
Source: Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
