499
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.
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499 - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-08-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 438 DaysCIFF
Festival / Special Debut
August 20, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 1, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rodrigo Reyes
- Screenplay & Story
- Rodrigo Reyes, Lorena Padilla
- Original Score
- Pablo Mondragón
- Original Title
- 499
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- La Maroma
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rodrigo Reyes
Rodrigo Reyes, Lorena Padilla
Pablo Mondragón
Alejandro Mejía
Daniel Chávez-Ontiveros, Andrea Chignoli
Inti Cordera, Steve Holmgren, Andrew Houchens, Carter Logan
Department Leadership Roster
Inti Cordera
Producer
Andrew Houchens
Producer
Pablo Mondragón
Original Music Composer
Alejandro Mejía
Director of Photography
Daniel Chávez-Ontiveros
Editor
Andrea Chignoli
Editor
Rodrigo Reyes
Screenplay
Lorena Padilla
Screenplay
Rodrigo Reyes
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About 499
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What is 499 about?
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.
Who directed 499?
499 was directed by Rodrigo Reyes.
Who stars in 499?
The principal cast of 499 includes Eduardo San Juan, Rodrigo Reyes.
When was 499 released and how long is it?
499 was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for 499?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 499 was composed by Pablo Mondragón.