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For Greater Glory (2012)
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For Greater Glory (2012)

Genre
Drama, History
Release Date
June 1, 2012
Studio
ARC Entertainment
Official Site
http://www.forgreaterglory.com/
Genre
Drama, History
Release Date
June 1, 2012
MPAA Rating
R
Duration
143 minute(s)
Production Budget
12000000
Studio
ARC Entertainment
Official Site
http://www.forgreaterglory.com/
Director
Dean Wright
Producer
Pablo Jose Barroso
Screenwriter
Dean Wright, Michael James Love
Starring
  • Andy Garcia as Enrique Gorostieta Velarde
  • Eva Longoria as Tulita Gorostieta
  • Catalina Sandino Moreno as Adriana
  • Peter O'Toole as Father Christopher
  • Oscar Isaac as Victoriano 'El Catorce' Ramirez
  • Bruce Greenwood as Ambassador Morrow
  • Nestor Carbonell as Mayor Picazo
  • Eduardo Verastegui as Anacleto Gonzalez Flores
  • Santiago Cabrera
  • Ruben Blades

In the turbulent landscape of 1920s Mexico, a nation is torn apart by a brutal government crackdown on religious freedom. What begins as a quiet resistance by peasant farmers and priests, including the aging Peter O'Toole, erupts into a full-scale civil war known as the Cristero War. Into this violent fray steps a retired general, portrayed by Andy Garcia, a man of deep faith who is reluctantly drawn from a life of peace to lead the outgunned rebel forces. Alongside him, a diverse cast including Eva Longoria, Oscar Isaac, and Eduardo Verastegui portray the ordinary men, women, and children whose lives are irrevocably changed as they fight for a cause greater than themselves. This sweeping historical epic, directed by Dean Wright, paints a visceral portrait of sacrifice and conviction, exploring the profound cost of faith and the complex nature of freedom against a backdrop of stunning cinematography and powerful performances.

Ratings:
68
SCORE
TMDB 6.8/10