Wuchak
Ignore the Columbus-hating critics, this is an artistic historical adventure
Ridley Scotts 1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992) came out seven weeks after Christopher Columbus: The Discovery (1992) both of which tackle the same historic tale in celebration of its 500th anniversary. The latter was directed by John Glen whos no slouch as he helmed five James Bond flicks in the 80s.
This film is more artistic and epic, being longer by 34 minutes, whereas Discovery is compact, not to mention it focuses on the set-up to the expedition while 1492 is more concerned with what happens after Columbus hits ground on the other side of the Atlantic. Moreover, Discovery sticks to the first voyage whereas 1492 includes additional expeditions.
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