
The Convert
A fight for peace. A heart at war.
Directed by Lee Tamahori
Produced by Jump Film and Television, MBK Productions
A period drama about spiritual and ideological conversion set against colonial conflict, exploring faith, purpose, and the collision of cultures through two men's transformative encounter.
Munro, a soldier turned lay preacher, comes to New Zealand to minister to the first British colonists, but he is converted by the powerful chief Maianui to serve a different purpose.
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Questions people ask
Is The Convert sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is The Convert violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is The Convert scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does The Convert end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 58% of films.
Is The Convert easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Convert
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Convert
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Convert, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Convert, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































