Amerika, Terra Incognita is one of the most talked-about movies released in 1988, attracting audiences with its cinematic storytelling and memorable performances.
This low-budget avant garde feature uses no dialogue in telling the story of the reaction of the Spanish court after the initial exploration of America. A botanist revels in his collection of new plants. A native is baptized in a church ceremony, and nuns and court jesters appear throughout this rambling feature.