Travels of Marco Polo
Synopsis
Explorer Marco Polo is assigned to accompany two priests on a mission to China, to try to convert the "pagan" Kublai Khan to Christianity. However, on a dangerous trek through the mountains, the priests decide they don't believe that China even exists, and when Marco tries to argue the point, they abandon him and turn back. He eventually makes it through the mountains and into the fabled land of China, where he is received at the court of Kublai Khan as an envoy. Accompanied by his faithful servant Pedro, Marco spends 20 years in that country, and when he eventually returns to Europe what he brings with him changes the course of history forever.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leif Gram
- Screenplay & Story
- John Palmer
- Original Score
- Richard Bowden
- Original Title
- Travels of Marco Polo
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Air Programs International (API)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leif Gram
John Palmer
Richard Bowden
Eddy Graham
Walter J. Hucker
Department Leadership Roster
John Palmer
Writer
Walter J. Hucker
Producer
Eddy Graham
Editor
Leif Gram
Director
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What is Travels of Marco Polo about?
Explorer Marco Polo is assigned to accompany two priests on a mission to China, to try to convert the "pagan" Kublai Khan to Christianity. However, on a dangerous trek through the mountains, the priests decide they don't believe that China even exists, and when Marco tries to argue the point, they abandon him and turn back. He eventually makes it through the mountains and into the fabled land of China, where he is received at the court of Kublai Khan as an envoy. Accompanied by his faithful servant Pedro, Marco spends 20 years in that country, and when he eventually returns to Europe what he brings with him changes the course of history forever.
Who directed Travels of Marco Polo?
Travels of Marco Polo was directed by Leif Gram.
Who stars in Travels of Marco Polo?
The principal cast of Travels of Marco Polo includes Alistair Duncan, Tim Elliott, Ron Haddrick, Mark Kelly, John Llewellyn.
When was Travels of Marco Polo released and how long is it?
Travels of Marco Polo was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Travels of Marco Polo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Travels of Marco Polo was composed by Richard Bowden.