1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992) movie poster

1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992)

"Centuries before the exploration of space, there was another voyage into the unknown."
ThumbScore
👍 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 38% (RT: 30%, MC: 47) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 34m
Country
France, Spain, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (896 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
30%
Metacritic
47
Cast
Gérard Depardieu as Christopher Columbus
Armand Assante as Sanchez
Sigourney Weaver as Queen Isabella
Loren Dean as Older Fernando
Ángela Molina as Beatrix
Fernando Rey as Marchena
Michael Wincott as Adrian de Moxica
Kevin Dunn as Captain Mendez
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 896 votes. Critics scored it lower at 38%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
1492: Conquest of Paradise depicts Christopher Columbus’ discovery of The New World and his effect on the indigenous people. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1992 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for 1492: Conquest of Paradise was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

1492: Conquest of Paradise is a 1992 action, adventure, drama film directed by Ridley Scott. 1492: Conquest of Paradise depicts Christopher Columbus’ discovery of The New World and his effect on the indigenous people. The film has been rated by 896 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, 1492: Conquest of Paradise delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. 1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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