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Amerika, Terra Incognita (1988): Cast

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Amerika, Terra Incognita is a 1988 film directed by Diego Rísquez, starring Hugo Márquez, Alberto Martín and María Luisa Mosquera. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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Amerika, Terra Incognita (1988) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Diego Rísquez
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Amerika, Terra Incognita About?

The premise of Amerika, Terra Incognita without spoilers.

This low‑budget avant‑garde film tells its story without dialogue, depicting the Spanish court’s reaction to the first exploration of America. A botanist proudly displays a collection of newly discovered plants. A native undergoes baptism in a church ceremony, while nuns and court jesters recur throughout this rambling feature.

Amerika, Terra Incognita Themes & Keywords

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  • american indian
  • amerindian
  • indigenous person
  • experimental film
  • wordless
  • venezuela
  • slavery
  • interracial relationship
  • conquest
  • allegory
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Cast & crew

Amerika, Terra Incognita Cast

Hugo Márquez leads the cast, with Alberto Martín and María Luisa Mosquera. Directed by Diego Rísquez; 6 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Diego Rísquez

More films directed by Diego Rísquez: El Malquerido, Reverón, Francisco de Miranda and Manuela Sáenz.

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Amerika, Terra Incognita FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Amerika, Terra Incognita, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Amerika, Terra Incognita?

Amerika, Terra Incognita runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was Amerika, Terra Incognita released?

Amerika, Terra Incognita was released on November 4, 1988.

Who directed Amerika, Terra Incognita?

Amerika, Terra Incognita was directed by Diego Rísquez.

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Who is in the cast of Amerika, Terra Incognita?

Amerika, Terra Incognita stars Hugo Márquez, Alberto Martín and María Luisa Mosquera, among 6 credited actors.

Does Amerika, Terra Incognita have a post-credit scene?

No. Amerika, Terra Incognita has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Amerika, Terra Incognita in?

The original language of Amerika, Terra Incognita is Spanish.

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