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.
Facts
Setting
Mexico
Filming location
Veracruz, Federal District, New York City
Production
La Maroma
Original language
Spanish, Nahuatl
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- DocsBarcelona 2021 generic
- Havana Film Festival 2020 generic
- São Paulo International Film Festival 2020 generic
- Tribeca Film Festival 2020 generic
