UK,
1949, 99 min
Directed by:
David MacDonaldCinematography:
Stephen DadeComposer:
Arthur BlissCast:
Fredric March, Florence Eldridge, Francis L. Sullivan, Kathleen Ryan, James Robertson Justice, Richard Aherne, Felix Aylmer, Niall MacGinnis, Ralph Truman (more)Plots(1)
Using a letter of introduction from Queen Isabella's former confessor, Christopher Columbus gains access to the Spanish court where he tries to convince authorities to support him in his proposed voyage to reach to Far East by sailing west. He overcomes intrigue at court and convinces the Queen that his plan is practical. (San Sebastian International Film Festival)
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