The New World is a 2005 historical drama film written and directed by Terrence Malick. The film tells the story of explorer John Smith (played by Colin Farrell) and his relationship with indigenous Native American princess Pocahontas (played by Q'orianka Kilcher) in the early 17th century.
The film chronicles Smith's journey to Virginia in 1607, where he encounters the Powhatan tribe and their leader, Chief Powhatan (played by August Schellenberg). Smith is captured and sentenced to death, but Pocahontas intervenes and convinces her father to spare him.
As Smith and Pocahontas develop a relationship, tensions rise between the English settlers and the Native Americans. The English want to colonize the land and take their resources while the Native Americans want to protect their way of life. The conflict ultimately leads to violence and warfare.
The New World is known for its stunning cinematography and immersive storytelling, with Malick's signature visual style and poetic voiceover narration. The film was praised for its accurate portrayal of historical events and its sensitive depiction of the relationship between Smith and Pocahontas.
In addition to Farrell and Kilcher, the film stars Christian Bale as settler John Rolfe and David Thewlis as Captain Christopher Newport. The New World was nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Cinematography.