During the Mexican Revolution, six peasant fighters join Pancho Villa's forces to aid their community. As battles rage on, only two survive, until tragedy and a harsh command force the last warrior to return to civilian life.
Is it worth your time? If you like your historical dramas without a side of Hollywood polish, yeah, give this a spin. It’s not a movie for people who need a clear hero or a neat ending. If you’re looking for a rousing, flag-waving war epic, you’re going to be disappointed. It’s way too cynical for that. The whole thin...
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Fernando de Fuentes
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"Is it worth your time? If you like your historical dramas without a side of Hollywood polish, yeah, give this a spin. It’s not a movie for people who need a clear hero or a neat ending. If you’re looking for a rousing, flag-waving war epic, you’re going to be disappointed. It’s way too cynical for that. The whole thing starts with six guys who think they’re going to be legends. By the end, the camera is just looking at the dirt. It’s a rough ride, honestly. The weight of the revolution There’s..."
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