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El moro de Cumpas

1977 · 93 min Comedy Western
7.6 / 10 · TMDB

In the city of Aguaprieta, two horses become the focal point of the region's grandest event. The unbeatable steed Moro from Cumpas prepares to face the imposing Zaino from Aguaprieta. Their clash decides the fate of prestige and glory in a decisive race over a distance of just 450 rods—an old Spanish unit of measurement. Passions run high around this contest, with bets being placed and the townsfolk dividing into two rival camps. The film unfolds a tale not merely about a horse race, but about honor, gambling, and the local spirit, where the stakes are far greater than just the win.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1977
Genre Comedy, Western
Director Mario Hernández
Runtime 93 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.6/10 (19 votes)

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The comedy-western 'El Moro de Cumpas' deftly blends folk humor with the tension of sporting rivalry, crafting a light and engaging tale. It forgos complex plot twists, relying instead on recognizable characters and the thrill of the impending race.

What lingers after the viewing is the immersion into the atmosphere of a Mexican backwater, where a horse race becomes an event of cosmic importance. A simple but sincere story about local passions and ambitions — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Mario Hernández

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Dusty streets, heated arguments at the betting post, the collective anticipation of a major festivity.

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