The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez
"The true story of one man who made a difference."
Forced to run from Texas Rangers after a heated misunderstanding leads to the death of a lawman, Mexican American farmer Gregorio Cortez sets off in desperate flight, evading a massive manhunt on horseback for days. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts in 2016.
Release Date
August 19, 1983
Status
Released
Original Title
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez
Runtime
1h 46min
Budget
—
Revenue
$804,963
Language
English, Spanish
Production Companies
Moctesuma Esparza ProductionsAmerican PlayhouseFilmhausEmbassy Pictures