Los Tres Huastecos

Three identical brothers are separated at birth and raised in three different villages in the La Huasteca. Lorenzo grows up in Tamaulipas as an atheistic bandolier, Juan de Dios becomes a handsome priest in San Luis Potosí, and Víctor trains as an army captain in Veracruz. Their striking resemblance sets the stage for confusion and conflict that drives the story.

Lorenzo grows up in Tamaulipas with a rebellious, atheistic outlook and a dangerous skill set. He becomes the local bandolier, feared and respected in his village. The presence of a dangerous outlaw will soon threaten his family and community.

In San Luis Potosí, a young Juan de Dios follows the religious path and becomes a priest. He believes in harmony and tries to keep peace among his brothers. His role as a spiritual guide contrasts with his brothers' rougher paths.

In Veracruz, Víctor trains to become an army captain and prepares to enforce order. He is sent to investigate local chaos and soon finds himself entangled in the brothers' fates. His sense of duty conflicts with personal romance.

A dangerous villain known as El Coyote begins a spree of murders and robberies in Lorenzo's village. The threat is pervasive, causing fear and demand for justice. The community lives under the shadow of his crimes.

Víctor is assigned to capture El Coyote and becomes romantically involved with Maritoña at a lively village party. The flirtation brings him into closer contact with the villagers. Maritoña rejects his advances, shifting attention to other characters.

Tucita, Lorenzo's four-year-old daughter, charms everyone with her pets, a snake and a tarantula. She teases her stern father by firing a pistol at him and then crying when she misses. Her innocence adds warmth and humor to the tense moments.

To protect Tucita, Juan de Dios disguises himself with a fake mustache and pretends to be his brothers. Tucita notices that something is different about 'father,' but she can't quite place why. The joke underscores their deep bond and the brothers' interwoven identities.

Lorenzo faces a grave accusation of being El Coyote, while Víctor, in disguise as Lorenzo, is mistaken for the outlaw and thrown in the village jail. The crowd, furious and ready to act, nearly hangs him before truth can surface. The mistaken identity creates dramatic tension that will soon reverse.

Lorenzo and Juan de Dios confront the real El Coyote in a tense showdown. They expose his crimes and press him into confession, gradually clearing the brothers' names. The resolution hinges on their courage and familial loyalty.

To seal the confession, they place Tucita's tarantula on El Coyote's chest. The spider scares him into admitting his true identity. Tucita delivers a sharp rebuke, praising the brothers' bravery.

With the real villain exposed, the family is reconciled. Lorenzo finally takes Tucita to church for the first time, teaching her the sign of the cross as a symbol of his reform. The moment marks a hopeful new bond between father and daughter.

Víctor wins over his love interest Maritoña, and the brothers share a tender moment of happiness. The trio watches, pleased, as their path toward peace becomes clear. The ending emphasizes family, forgiveness, and renewal.

The brothers ride away together, each accompanied by a new love as they redefine their bond and place in the world. The film closes on a joyful note about family, redemption, and enduring brotherhood. The journey onward is marked by reconciliation and hope.