Columbus on Trial
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.
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| Year | 1992 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Director | Lourdes Portillo |
| Runtime | 18 min. |
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Columbus on Trial is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1992. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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