Members of which Central American ethnic group played the parts of the indigenous peoples in the movies “The Mission” (1986) and “1492: Conquest of Paradise” (1992)?
Question #152155. Asked by
pehinhota.
Last updated Jul 08 2025.
Originally posted Jul 08 2025 9:08 AM.
For "The Mission" it was indigenous natives that came from various South American countries.
"Many of the people who played the natives were indigenous South Americans who spoke little English. They were given free rein to say whatever lines they wanted. According to popular rumor, they are cursing up a storm in a few scenes."
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