1492: Conquest of Paradise vs The Message
The Message has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 6.3/10 for 1492: Conquest of Paradise). 1492: Conquest of Paradise is the shorter watch at 2h 34m compared with 3h 26m. The Message is the older of the two (1976 against 1992). Both are action, adventure, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| 1492: Conquest of Paradise | The Message | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.3/10 | ★ 8.5/10 |
| Year | 1992 | 1976 |
| Length | 2h 34m | 3h 26m |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, History | Action, Adventure, Drama, History |
| Country | – | Algeria |
| Director | Ridley Scott | Moustapha Akkad |
| Main cast | Kevin Dunn, Mark Margolis, Armand Assante, Tchéky Karyo, Loren Dean | Damien Thomas, Martin Benson, Abdallah Ghaith, Ali Ahmed Salem, Mohamed El Arabi |
Synopsis
1492: Conquest of Paradise
1492: Conquest of Paradise depicts Christopher Columbus’ discovery of The New World and his effect on the indigenous people.
The Message
In sixth-century Mecca, Prophet Muhammad receives his first revelation from God as a messenger. Three years later, he's not alone in his quest and publicly declares his prophecy. Muhammad is fought by Abu Sufian and his wife Hind, rulers of Mecca. Muhammad's followers are hunted and tortured but he continues his calling.
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