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End of the Spear is a 2005 American biographical adventure drama film directed by Jim Hanon, written by Bill Ewing, Bart Gavigan and Hanon, and stars Louie Leonardo and Chad Allen.
Jan 20, 2006 · Based on a true story, End of the Spear depicts the missionary martyrdom and reconciliation between the Waorani tribe and the families of the slain missionaries in Ecuador. The film features stunning jungle scenery, a cast of unknown actors, and a soundtrack of classic songs.
- (5.5K)
- Adventure, Biography, Drama
- Jim Hanon
- 2006-01-20
Based on the true accounts of five missionaries speared to death by a forrest tribe, the film weaves together the story of a bereaved son and the tribal leader who took part in the brutal killings. Ultimately, they must confront the pain of the past and choose between revenge and reconciliation.
May 10, 2010 · Can a people controlled by violence and murder be transformed? Based on the true story of five missionaries killed at the hands of the world's most violent tribe, End of the Spear proves that ...
- 1 min
- 270.8K
- 405EGM
Mincayani (Louie Leonardo) is born into the most violent society ever documented by anthropologists, the Waodani in the eastern rainforest of Ecuador. As he grows he learns what every Waodani understands, he must spear and live or be speared and die.
Jan 20, 2006 · A film based on a true story of a tribesman who kills a group of missionaries and later befriends their son. Critics and audiences give mixed ratings for the film's shoddy filmmaking and lack of character development.
- (53)
- Drama
- PG-13
Dec 2, 2005 · End of the Spear is a 2005 drama film based on a true story of a Waodani tribesman who witnessed the killing of five young missionaries in Ecuador in 1956. The film explores the aftermath of the tragedy and the reconciliation between the two cultures.
