El Cid
1961 · 3h 7m · Action, Drama, History, Romance, War · Italy, Spain · Rated U (GB)
The GREATEST ROMANCE and ADVENTURE in a THOUSAND YEARS!
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.
Directed by
Anthony MannStory by
Fredric M. Frank6.6Smart score
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