La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale (1991)
Synopsis
Originally produced for PBS's Great Performances Series, La Pastorela is a musical retelling of the shepherds' journey to Bethlehem to see the Christ Child. We see the tale through the eyes of a modern young girl, the oldest child in a large rural Tex-Mex family. During a surrealistic dream, which brings to mind "The Wizard of Oz," the young chicana makes a fantastical journey with the shepherds and along the way; witnesses the triumph of God's Angels over Satan's diablo's. Full of drama, comedy, fantasy and wonderful music; this is a rare film the whole family can enjoy together.
Release Date: 1991-12-23
Runtime: 79 minutes
Director: Luis Valdez
Top Cast
- Linda Ronstadt as San Miguel
- Paul Rodríguez as Satanas
- Robert Beltran as Luzbel
- Karla Montana as Gila
- Anahuac Valdez as Bato
- León Singer as El Hermitano
- Lalo Guerrero as Tebano the Elder
- Cheech Marin as El Cosmico
- Don Novello as Father Guido Sarducci
- Freddy Fender as Tebano the Younger
Soundtrack
Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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