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Zapata: The dream of a hero

Zapata: The dream of a hero

Not Rated War Drama

Starring: Alejandro Fernández, Patricia Velásquez, Jesús Ochoa, Jaime Camil, Fernando Becerril

Writer: Alfonso Arau

Release Date:
March 20, 2004
Ratings:
5.5 / 10
Director:
Alfonso Arau
Companies:
Rita Rusic Company

Overview

This fictionalized portrayal of Emiliano Zapata as an Indigenous Mexican shaman, directed by Alfonso Arau, was reportedly the most expensive Mexican movie ever produced, with a massive ad campaign, and the largest ever opening in the nation's history. Unusual in the Mexican film industry, Zapata was financed independently.