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El Cid · 1961

El Cid

«The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!»

Anthony Mann · 187 min · Italy

ActionDramaHistoryRomanceWar

Epic film of the legendary Spanish hero, Rodrigo Diaz ("El Cid" to his followers), who, without compromising his strict sense of honour, still succeeds in taking the initiative and driving the Moors from Spain.

TMDB

6.8

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Budget
US$6,250,000
Worldwide revenue
US$26,600,000
Profit
US$20,350,000
Production companies
Samuel Bronston Productions, Dear Film, Aspa Films

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Filming
Madrid España
Setting
África

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