In "The Mission," a young American missionary named John Chau embarks on a perilous journey to convert some of the last uncontacted indigenous people in the world, the Sentinelese. Through exclusive interviews and archival footage, the film delves into John's motivations and the evangelical community that drove his quest. His fatal encounter with the Sentinelese sparks a complex and emotional debate, revealing a deeper understanding of John's character and the antiquated notions of exploration that shaped him. The film also explores the lasting impact of this tragic event on John's family and the world at large.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Mission include My Octopus Teacher, Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo, JFK: What The Doctors Saw, Three Identical Strangers, David Foster: Off the Record, The Antisocial Network: Memes to Mayhem.

The Mission was released in theaters on October 13, 2023.