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A chronicle of the Cristeros War (1926-1929); a war by the people of Mexico against the atheistic Mexican government.A chronicle of the Cristeros War (1926-1929); a war by the people of Mexico against the atheistic Mexican government.A chronicle of the Cristeros War (1926-1929); a war by the people of Mexico against the atheistic Mexican government.
- Awards
- 3 wins & 9 nominations
Fernanda Urdapilleta
- Sandra Gorostieta
- (as María Fernanda Urdapilleta)
- Director
- Writer
- All cast & crew
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- TriviaPartially financed by the Knights of Columbus, whose members in both the United States and Mexico were an integral part of the actual Cristeros Rebellion.
- GoofsJose gives up his white horse to another christero during a battle and hides in the rocks. When the other christero comes back to look for Jose, he is on a brown horse.
- Quotes
Father Christopher: Who are you if you don't stand up for what you believe? There is no greater glory than to give your life for Christ.
- Crazy creditsNear the end of the credits, "Batman" is credited as a painter.
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One of the Best Films of 2012 if not THE Best
An under the radar film about a subject I knew nothing about that absolutely floored me. It's a high quality film with flat out superb performances that makes you contemplate and appreciate faith and freedom like few films have ever managed to convey. Yes, it is a faith based film. If that offends some, then this isn't the movie or the subject for you. Unlike other faith based efforts, this effort is not cheesy or ham-fisted or even preachy.
It's the tale of the Cristeros War (1926-1929); a war by the people of Mexico against the Mexican government who cracked down in brutal ways against the Catholic Church and against religious freedom in general. Andy Garcia is Oscar level good here as General Gorostieta, a man with limited faith who responds and masterfully leads the fight for freedom. It's intense and, at times, surprisingly violent and impactful. This movie delivers real emotion and doesn't dodge tough questions about faith. It delivers an exceptional balance of showing why people behave and choose to engage in certain behaviors even when such behavior is contrary to the core of their belief system.
One thing is certain; no one who has faith will take it or their religious freedom for granted after watching and EXPERIENCING this film. That's how it registered with me at any rate.
It's the tale of the Cristeros War (1926-1929); a war by the people of Mexico against the Mexican government who cracked down in brutal ways against the Catholic Church and against religious freedom in general. Andy Garcia is Oscar level good here as General Gorostieta, a man with limited faith who responds and masterfully leads the fight for freedom. It's intense and, at times, surprisingly violent and impactful. This movie delivers real emotion and doesn't dodge tough questions about faith. It delivers an exceptional balance of showing why people behave and choose to engage in certain behaviors even when such behavior is contrary to the core of their belief system.
One thing is certain; no one who has faith will take it or their religious freedom for granted after watching and EXPERIENCING this film. That's how it registered with me at any rate.
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- Jun 1, 2012
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Box office
- Budget
- $12,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $5,672,846
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $1,885,608
- Jun 3, 2012
- Gross worldwide
- $10,173,682
- Runtime2 hours 25 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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