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.

Cast

Alejandro Fernández, Patricia Velásquez, Jesús Ochoa, Jaime Camil, Fernando Becerril, Miguel Couturier, Lucero, José Luis Cruz

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What is "Zapata: The dream of a hero" about?

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.

When was "Zapata: The dream of a hero" released?

Zapata: The dream of a hero was released in 2004.

Who stars in "Zapata: The dream of a hero"?

The cast includes Alejandro Fernández, Patricia Velásquez, Jesús Ochoa, Jaime Camil.