New world, new discovery, new love.

Rating: 6/10 (24 June 2006)

Acclaimed filmmaker Terrence Malick transforms a classic historical story into a saga of discovery, exploration, love and love lost. The British arrives founding the Jamestown Settlement in 1607 with Capt. John Smith(Collin Farrell) in chains. The Native Americans are in wonderment when they first set eyes on the newcomers and needless to say the encounter is one of apprehension and some distrust for all. Captain Newport(Christopher Plummer)sends Smith out to set up trade with the Natives and ends up befriended by the impetuous young beauty Pocahontas(O'Rianka Kilcher). A love affair between the two picks up momentum until Smith is sent to sail in search for the West Indies. Pochahontas slowly becomes Americanized all-the-while heartbroken by her lover's absence. This unforgettable epic is filmed beautifully and sometimes lumbers, but sustains interest. Agony is feeling that Smith and Pocahontas never seem to consummate their relationship.
A very strong cast includes: Christian Bale, Wes Studi, John Savage, Janine Duvitski, Maria Pastel and David Thewlis.