El Cid

Year: 1961

Runtime: 182 min

Language: English

Director: Anthony Mann

AdventureBiographyDramaHistoryRomanceWar

During medieval times in Spain, the valiant warrior El Cid, portrayed by Charlton Heston, struggles to unite a divided nation against Moorish forces. Facing exile from his own kingdom, he confronts complex political challenges and enduring personal struggles. His journey involves reconciling with his estranged wife, Jimena, played by Sophia Loren, while striving to reclaim his homeland and ultimately restore his honor and legacy.

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