---
title: "The Master of Ballantrae"
year: 1974
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-master-of-ballantrae-1974"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 440587
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Master of Ballantrae (1974) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-master-of-ballantrae-1974

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Master of Ballantrae is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two brothers battle for love and their family’s legacy in a Scottish drama."

### Why Watch
- Intense sibling rivalry drives the story
- Atmospheric period setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- At 1h48m, the narrative may feel concise
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s dramatic rivalry makes it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: brooding, conflict, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic plot?
Adult brothers compete for paternal affection and control of the family estate.

### Q: Who directed the 1974 film?
It was directed and written by Jaime Humberto Hermosillo.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in 1974, with a March 13, 1974 date in Mexico.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Master of Ballantrae — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/440587)
- [The Master of Ballantrae (1953 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Master_of_Ballantrae_(1953_film))
- [The Master of Ballantrae (1953) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/24187-the-master-of-ballantrae/prehled/)
- [The Master of Ballantrae (1975) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/373757-the-master-of-ballantrae)
- [The Master of Ballantrae (1953) - obsazení](https://www.sms.cz/film/the-master-of-ballantrae-1953/obsazeni)
- [The Master of Ballantrae (1953) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/the-master-of-ballantrae)

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