Columbus on Trial (1992)
Inspired by the controversy surrounding the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' "discovery" of America, Portillo has fashioned a fanciful version of a courtroom were Columbus to return from his grave to stand trial. Cross-examined by the Latino comedy group, Culture Clash, Columbus is charged with atrocities against the Native peoples of the New World, including the rape and violent treatment of women. Satire and parody rule in this dynamic document about American history and colonization.
Director: Lourdes Portillo
Runtime: 18 min
Release Date: January 1, 1992
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Español
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Columbus on Trial about?
- Inspired by the controversy surrounding the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' "discovery" of America, Portillo has fashioned a fanciful version of a courtroom were Columbus to return from his grave to stand trial. Cross-examined by the Latino comedy group, Culture Clash, Columbus is charged with atrocities against the Native peoples of the New World, including the rape and violent treatment of women. Satire and parody rule in this dynamic document about American history and colonization.
- Who directed Columbus on Trial?
- Columbus on Trial was directed by Lourdes Portillo.
- How long is Columbus on Trial?
- Columbus on Trial has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
- Where was Columbus on Trial produced?
- Columbus on Trial was produced in United States of America.