The colonial drama Magellan has launched with a trailer and poster.

      Janus Films has released a trailer for Magellan, a historical drama directed and written by Lav Diaz. The film features Gael García Bernal in the role of Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer who endeavored to complete the first voyage across the Pacific Ocean in the early 16th century. It follows his expedition as he leads his fleet to Southeast Asia in an effort to colonize the Philippines. You can watch the trailer below.

      As the modern era begins, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan (Gael García Bernal) sails a fleet of ships to Southeast Asia, making the groundbreaking attempt to traverse the vast Pacific Ocean. Upon reaching the Malay Archipelago, the crew faces unbearable trials from the fierce seas and striking natural wonders, while Magellan's obsession incites a rebellion and forces a confrontation with the ramifications of power. This expansive, globe-trotting narrative from Filipino filmmaker Lav Diaz (NORTE, THE END OF HISTORY), MAGELLAN portrays the colonization of the Philippines as a profound and jarring confrontation with the unknown, offering a radical reinterpretation of European tales of discovery and exploration.

      Magellan will be released in theaters on January 9th.