1991
In 1491, Christopher Columbus, a visionary explorer, seeks support for a westward voyage to Asia, facing rejection from the University of Salamanca and the Spanish court until Treasurer Santangel and Queen Isabel finally grant him an audience and fund his expedition. Columbus embarks on his first voyage, leaving his sons and partner Beatrix behind, and after a perilous journey, he discovers a new land, establishing a settlement and leaving behind volunteers before returning to Spain as a hero. Upon his second return to the New World, Columbus finds his settlement destroyed and struggles to maintain order among the Spanish colonists, particularly the brutal nobleman Adrian de Moxica, who exploits and abuses the indigenous population. As governor, Columbus faces escalating conflicts with the indigenous people and a rebellion led by Moxica, which culminates in a violent confrontation and Moxica's death, but a devastating hurricane further cripples the colony and leads to Columbus's removal as Viceroy.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Chris Columbus’s journey from disgraced governor to visionary explorer unfolds through court intrigues, family bonds, and the perils of the unknown.
Open full beat sheetChristopher Columbus is listed as Protagonist. A determined, visionary, and often obsessive explorer who seeks a western route to Asia. In the parsed data, Christopher Columbus is connected to 61 scenes, 52 dialogue lines, 54 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.
61 scenes / 52 dialogue linesFernando Columbus is listed as Son of Columbus. Columbus's younger son who adores his father and eventually chronicles his life. In the parsed data, Fernando Columbus is connected to 16 scenes, 7 dialogue lines, 7 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
16 scenes / 7 dialogue linesAdrian de Moxica is listed as Nobleman. A brutal and rebellious nobleman who opposes Columbus's leadership. In the parsed data, Adrian de Moxica is connected to 12 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 36.
12 scenes / 4 dialogue linesTreasurer Sanchez is listed as Treasurer of Aragon. A pragmatic, powerful, and influential political figure who initially supports and later opposes Columbus. In the parsed data, Treasurer Sanchez is connected to 11 scenes, 15 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
11 scenes / 15 dialogue linesUtapan is listed as Indian guide. An indigenous man who becomes a guide and friend to Columbus. In the parsed data, Utapan is connected to 9 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 63.
9 scenes / 1 dialogue linesDiego Columbus is listed as Son of Columbus. Columbus's older son, a novice monk who is more serious and constrained than his brother. In the parsed data, Diego Columbus is connected to 9 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 66.
9 scenes / 1 dialogue linesBeatrix is listed as Columbus's partner. A strong, calm, and beautiful woman who supports Columbus despite his long absences. In the parsed data, Beatrix is connected to 8 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 26.
8 scenes / 4 dialogue linesAntonio de Marchena is listed as Monk cosmographer. A mentor and friend to Columbus who helps him gain access to the University of Salamanca. In the parsed data, Antonio de Marchena is connected to 7 scenes, 15 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 5.
7 scenes / 15 dialogue linesQueen Isabel is listed as Queen of Spain. The monarch who eventually sponsors Columbus's voyage. In the parsed data, Queen Isabel is connected to 7 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
7 scenes / 5 dialogue linesBrother Buyl is listed as Priest. A religious figure who accompanies Columbus and later testifies against him. In the parsed data, Brother Buyl is connected to 5 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
5 scenes / 3 dialogue linesDon Arojaz is listed as Monk. A member of the Commission at Salamanca who opposes Columbus's theories. In the parsed data, Don Arojaz is connected to 3 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 14.
3 scenes / 3 dialogue linesMartin Alonzo Pinzon is listed as Ship owner. A practical seaman from Palos who helps Columbus organize his expedition. In the parsed data, Martin Alonzo Pinzon is connected to 3 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 18.
3 scenes / 2 dialogue linesSantangel is listed as Treasurer. A financier who helps Columbus secure an audience with the Queen. In the parsed data, Santangel is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 29.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesTreasurer Sanchez presents a formal accusation against Christopher Columbus to Queen Isabel and her court, detailing his failures as Governor of Hispanola.
Treasurer Sanchez, Queen Isabel, Brother BuylA feverish Columbus reflects on his past and the state of his settlement while his son Fernando narrates.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus and his son Fernando travel through Andalusia in 1491.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus and Fernando arrive at the Monastery of La Rabida.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus reunites with his son Diego at the monastery.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego Columbus, Antonio de MarchenaMarchena gives Columbus a letter confirming an audience at the University of Salamanca.
Christopher Columbus, Antonio de MarchenaColumbus and Marchena discuss the theory of sailing west to Asia.
Christopher Columbus, Antonio de MarchenaColumbus prepares to leave the monastery with Fernando.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego ColumbusColumbus and Fernando witness a public execution of heretics.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus returns home to Beatrix.
Christopher Columbus, BeatrixColumbus and Beatrix discuss his upcoming journey.
Christopher Columbus, BeatrixColumbus and Beatrix share an intimate moment.
Christopher Columbus, BeatrixColumbus arrives at the University of Salamanca for his hearing.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus defends his theories before the Commission.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer Sanchez, Don ArojazSanchez influences the Commission's decision.
Treasurer Sanchez, Don ArojazColumbus reacts violently to the news that the Commission rejected his proposal.
Christopher Columbus, Antonio de MarchenaColumbus performs penance.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego ColumbusMartin Alonzo Pinzon approaches Columbus to offer help.
Christopher Columbus, Martin Alonzo PinzonColumbus and Santangel ride through Granada after its capture.
Christopher Columbus, SantangelColumbus waits for his audience with the Queen.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer Sanchez, SantangelColumbus meets Queen Isabel.
Christopher Columbus, Queen IsabelSanchez reviews the contract demands from Columbus.
Treasurer SanchezColumbus refuses the terms offered by Sanchez.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer SanchezColumbus negotiates his contract with Treasurer Sanchez; Isabel intervenes to call him back.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer Sanchez, Queen IsabelColumbus reacts with joy after being called back.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus tells Beatrix he has been accepted for the voyage.
Christopher Columbus, BeatrixColumbus comforts Fernando regarding his fears of the unknown.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus confesses to Marchena that he lied about the journey's length.
Christopher Columbus, Antonio de MarchenaThe fleet departs; Columbus says goodbye to his family and Santangel.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego Columbus, Beatrix, SantangelColumbus and his party prepare to depart the island, leaving behind thirty-nine volunteers.
Christopher Columbus, Martin Alonzo Pinzon, UtapanColumbus writes in his logbook during a storm.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus and Mendez struggle to secure the mast during a violent storm.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus returns to Spain and is honored in a cathedral.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego Columbus, Beatrix, Queen Isabel, UtapanMartin Pinzon dies.
Martin Alonzo PinzonColumbus sits with the King and Queen; Sanchez and Arojaz discuss him.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer Sanchez, Don ArojazColumbus demonstrates tobacco to the Spanish court.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer Sanchez, Queen Isabel, Utapan, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus practices fencing and discusses governance with Sanchez and Bobadilla.
Christopher Columbus, Treasurer SanchezColumbus recruits his brothers for the second expedition.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus manages the crowd of applicants for the voyage.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus discusses Fernando and Diego's future with Beatrix.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego Columbus, Beatrix, UtapanColumbus returns to the island to find the camp destroyed.
Christopher Columbus, Utapan, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus refuses to seek revenge for the dead men.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus meets the Chief to ask about his men.
Christopher Columbus, Brother Buyl, Utapan, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus forces Moxica to use his horse for construction.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaThe city of Isabel is established.
Christopher ColumbusMoxica and Guevara mock Columbus.
Adrian de MoxicaColumbus and his brothers eat iguana.
Christopher ColumbusColumbus reflects on the lack of gold.
Christopher ColumbusThe sick are treated in the infirmary.
Brother BuylQueen Isabel visits the sick in Spain.
Treasurer Sanchez, Queen IsabelMoxica cuts off an Indian's hands.
Adrian de MoxicaColumbus detains Moxica.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaIndians attack the barracks.
Columbus finds the crucified Spaniards.
Christopher Columbus, UtapanSpaniards attack the Indians.
Christopher Columbus, UtapanMoxica burns the city model.
Adrian de MoxicaColumbus fights the mutineers.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaMoxica jumps off the cliff.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus executes the mutineers.
Christopher Columbus, Brother BuylBrother Buyl decides to leave.
Christopher Columbus, Brother BuylColumbus reflects on his journey.
Christopher ColumbusA storm approaches the island as Columbus sits with his brothers.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego ColumbusColumbus encounters a vision of Utapan during a storm.
Christopher Columbus, UtapanColumbus and his men fail to save the dam during the hurricane.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego ColumbusBobadilla arrives to replace Columbus as Viceroy.
Christopher Columbus, Adrian de MoxicaColumbus's sons visit him in prison.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando Columbus, Diego ColumbusIsabel grants Columbus permission for another voyage.
Christopher Columbus, Queen IsabelColumbus reunites with Beatrix.
Christopher Columbus, BeatrixColumbus and Fernando spot the mainland.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusThe Spaniards discover evidence of cannibalism.
Christopher Columbus, Fernando ColumbusColumbus visits Marchena.
Christopher Columbus, Antonio de Marchena... Several men are ill. We did not find signs of civilization. No cities, no temples... Nothing that resembles Marco Polo's descriptions. My ships are not filled with the spices and the gold that Spain was hoping for. But this land intoxicates the senses like the strongest of perfumes... And all I can think of, is to return to these untamed lands...
Your Majesty would wish to know the true facts concerning the island of Hispanola, our first settlement in the New World, and the activities there of your servant, Christopher Columbus, Admiral of the Ocean Sea, Governor of that Island.
More than ever I wonder what it is we do achieve by leaving our gardens... The world changes -- and yet it seems the same. We find new worlds, but fill them with the same people...
You know what they will say in Spain about my death -- don't you? You are nothing! You bastards will never inherit your titles. We are everything. We are immortal!
Of all the words my Father wrote and there were many, I remember these the most. Nothing that results from human progress is achieved with unanimous consent...
Diego is a bright boy -- a pleasure to teach -- but so serious... Brothers should be raised together, Colon. Even brothers from different mothers...
NO...! I have waited too long, fought too hard. Now you expect me to take all the risks while you take the profit! No... I will not be your servant!
NO...! I have waited too long, fought too hard. Now you expect me to take all the risks while you take the profit! No... I will not be your servant!
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