Chad Allen, Louie Leonardo, Jack Guzman

A savage killer from a remote Amazon tribe becomes grandfather to the grandchildren of the North American man he killed.

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49 critics

PG-13, 1 hr. 51 min.

Directed by: Jim Hanon (II), Jim Hanon

Release Date: January 20, 2006

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DVD Release Date: June 13, 2006

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  • August 22, 2009
    A real good story and a very decent film
  • July 17, 2007
    The film brings us the important story of Christian missionaries killed during their first efforts to meet an isolated band of Ecuadoran native people embroiled in a cycle of violence. "End of the Spear" tells the story from the perspective of a tribal leader and the child of one...( read more) of the missionaries that died.

    I think if you keep in mind this is an independent film shot on a restricted budget, you'll be pleased with most technical aspects-- cinematography, sound etc.

    You'll also love the actors that were just great. Louie Leonardo does a wonderful job portraying Waodani tribesman Mincayani in the lead role. You also have to give credit to young Chase Ellison in his role as young Steve Saint, whose pilot father died.

    The role of religions in transforming culture is a hot button issue these days. This film doesn't take that head on, but presents a balanced realistic view, and perhaps an alternative aspect that most critics generally don't acknowledge. Stick around during the credits to see the actual footage from when the real Mincayani came to the US with Steve Saint. Highly recommended.
  • November 7, 2006
    I have a hunch that something got lost in the translation from fact to fiction.
  • September 21, 2009
    very interesting docudrama about the clash of cultural heritage and identity. seeing the interactions between missionary and native from both points of view was thoroughly engaging and thought-provoking. the actual story and narrative style seemed to be somewhat lacking, but th...( read more)e overall concept and execution worked well enough. a great film for discussion and debate.
  • August 16, 2009
    An interesting angle on the native/white intruder story. Pretty good for a religious-based film. Well acted also.
  • August 3, 2009
    a great movie ta watch!!!!
  • June 8, 2009
    Powerful movie! I love it!
  • November 11, 2008
    This is a very powerful movie; a must-see for everyone!
  • October 22, 2008
    scary, brought tears to my eyes
  • September 30, 2008
    the best.... their faith amazes me

Critic Reviews


January 20, 2006
Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer

This is a movie -- albeit one with a great, gripping story -- shot through with meaningful glances, middling performances and melodramatic music cues. Pity. full review

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Comments


  • changcorcino
    April 17, 2009
    this is a-must-see movie of all time....people especially christians ought to give importance to spread the gospel to every nation, even to the uttermost part of the earth.i salute these missionaries!!!
  • juliebereyes
    October 13, 2007
    i have to see this movie...my church friends told me this is one of a kind...
  • Clemontine
    May 29, 2007
    The person who made this comment doesnt allow talk messages so I will just post a comment here because I have a strong opinion that I want to write somewhere.

    "This film was shot beautifully. Unfortunately, that's the only good thing about it. The Christian overtones were terrible, the dialogue was rotten beyond all belief, and the film itself was unappealing and showed (unintentionally) just how awful it is when the white man completely robs the natives of their culture. Disgusting."

    If you dont like movies with Christian overtones why watch a true story about missionaries!!! And again, if you dont like movies where ppl change the culture of natives why watch a true story about missionaries!!! What did you expect?

    Sorry, I just had to get that off my chest .
  • JesusOnlyKnows19
    July 20, 2006
    I really wanna see this! I heard it's a really good Christian movie!

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