Christopher Columbus' discovery of the Americas and the effect this has on the indigenous people.
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Gérard Depardieu | ... | Columbus | |
| Armand Assante | ... | Sanchez | |
| Sigourney Weaver | ... | Queen Isabel of Castille | |
| Loren Dean | ... | Older Fernando | |
| Ángela Molina | ... | Beatrix | |
| Fernando Rey | ... | Marchena | |
| Michael Wincott | ... | Moxica | |
| Tchéky Karyo | ... | Pinzon | |
| Kevin Dunn | ... | Captain Mendez | |
| Frank Langella | ... | Santangel | |
| Mark Margolis | ... | Bobadilla | |
| Kario Salem | ... | Arojaz | |
| Billy L. Sullivan | ... | Fernando (aged 10) | |
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John Heffernan | ... | Brother Buyl |
| Arnold Vosloo | ... | Guevara | |
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Big budget account of Christopher Columbus' discovery of the Americas. Released in 1992 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the discovery. Shows the disastrous effects the Europeans had on the original inhabitants, and Columbus' struggle to civilize the New World. Written by Rob Hartill
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Centuries before the exploration of space, there was another voyage into the unknown.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for historical violence and brutality | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
9 October 1992 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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$47,000,000 (estimated)Gross USA:
$7,191,399Company Credits
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Color (Eastman)Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1
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Young Fernando Columbus: Of all the words my father wrote - and there were many - I remember these the most: "Nothing that results from human progress is achieved with unanimous consent. And those who are enlightened before the others are condemned to persue that light in spite of others."
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Sigourney Weaver was always Ridley Scott's first choice to play Queen Isabella. However, when re-shoots for Alien³ (1992) were taking longer than expected, Anjelica Huston was considered for the role. Weaver became available only at the last minute. See more »Goofs
When explaining navigation to Mendez, about 38 min in, Columbus states "a mistake of one degree, and we will be off 600 leagues." In fact, a mistake of one degree would result in a deviation of 60 nautical miles, about 20 leagues. See more »Quotes
[first lines]Young Fernando Columbus: Of all the words my father wrote - and there were many - I remember these the most: "Nothing that results from human progress is achieved with unanimous consent. And those who are enlightened before the others are condemned to persue that light in spite of others."
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As an avid historical buff I definitely consider this film a must see.
Unlike other film which are simply based on history, Conquest was more realistic than others. In most aspects anyway. I will discuss to some degree where I feel that "artistic license" was used.
The scene where victims of the inquisition, were executed many of them Jews was quite accurate. Contrary to popular belief, most were strangled before set on fire. The film showed that in detail.
The encounter with the natives took place on the beach according to most accounts, not inland as in the film , This is one of the first inaccuracies.
Another inaccuracy was that Sanchez , brilliantly portrayed by Armand Assante. According to histirical texts went on the voyage. His assignment to safeguard th e Spanish crown's share of any riches seized. another historical inaccuracy.
Later came the Moxica character portrays by Michael Wincott. He cut of the arm of a native who hadn't found any gold. This was very accurate the natives were given quotas of gold the had to find and give to the Spaniards as tribute. Those who didn't comply were often mutilated. Also many of the early colonists rose in rebellion against Columbus.
But the most profound dialogue in the entire movie was when Friar Rojas mentioned to Sanchez, referring to Columbus " what a waste of a life" Sanchez replies " If either of our names are ever remembered it will only be because of his" A must see for anyone who appreciates history.