The British film had attempted a realist depiction of Columbus (portraying him as only partly successful, and his achievements being in spite of the Spanish monarchy).

The film's patriotic theme was strongly backed by the Spanish State of Francisco Franco.

The film was made on a comparatively large budget of ten million pesetas, part of which was supplied by the government.

The film did not make a profit, partly due to its large budget and because the plot was not melodramatic enough for audience tastes.

[3] The film narrates the adventures of Christopher Columbus (António Vilar) from his stay in the Convent of La Rábida to his meeting with the Catholic Monarchs and his feat in crossing the Atlantic and reaching the shores of America, ushering in a new era in the history of mankind.