The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez 1983
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Topic: Film "The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez" (1983). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 19, 1983
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Moctesuma Esparza Productions, American Playhouse, Filmhaus
- Revenue
- $804,963
- Genres
- Western, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 31 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~106 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Moctesuma Esparza Productions, American Playhouse, Filmhaus
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Topic: Film "The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez" (1983).
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Title: The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez.
Release Date: 08/19/1983 (US).
Genre: Western and History.
Runtime: 1h 46m.
Rating: PG.
Director: Robert M. Young.
Cast: Edward James Olmos, James Gammon, Tom Bower, Bruce McGill.
Plot/Synopsis:
Setting: 1901, Gonzales, Texas.
Subject: True story of Mexican American farmer Gregorio Cortez.
Plot points: A heated misunderstanding leads to the death of a lawman. This involves a stolen horse and mistaken identity. Cortez is forced on the run from Texas Rangers, evading a massive manhunt on horseback for days.
Theme: Retelling of an incident involving the exploitation of the powerless in Texas.
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The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is a 1983 film categorized as a Western and History
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of western and history that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez worth watching?
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 31 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Western, History for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez and when was it released?
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 1983. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez?
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez was directed by Robert M. Young.
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