The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1983)

The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1983)

  • 10.0
  • 104 mins
  • Drama, History

Storyline

After Gregorio Cortez (Edward James Olmos), who speaks no English, is falsely accused of stealing a horse by Texas Rangers, a scuffle breaks out in which Gregorio kills a sheriff and his own brother is shot. Now forced to go on the run, Gregorio has to leave his family and set out alone. Meanwhile, a reporter starts to piece together the story and realizes the incident stemmed from a tragic misunderstanding. Eventually, Gregorio is caught and put on trial for murder.



Short Review

Director and co-scripter Robert M. Young packs his picture with seasoned character actors who add grit rather than glamour.


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