Chosen by a queen. Driven by a dream.

Christopher Columbus: The Discovery

Christopher Columbus The Discovery
Steps lead up between tall limestone buildings in the Victoria Citadel.

Christopher Columbus has a dream to find an alternative route to sail to the Indies, by travelling westwards instead of east. After he fails to get financial backing in Portugal, he asks King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain to support his voyage. After getting their blessing, he sets sail with three ships and must deal with sabotage and rebellion along the way.

Released



1992

Directed



John Glen

Starring

Georges Corraface
Marlon Brando
Tom Selleck

Marlon Brando requested that his name be removed from the credits, as he was upset that the film didn’t portray Columbus’ involvement in the genocide of Native Americans.

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