Vera Cruz poster

Vera Cruz (1954)

"The Giants Battle In The Biggest Spectacle Of Them All!"

6.719541h 34mEN
Western

Directed by Robert Aldrich

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

December 25, 1954

Director

Robert Aldrich

Official Trailer

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Overview

After the American Civil War, mercenaries travel to Mexico to fight in their revolution for money. The former soldier and gentleman Benjamin Trane meets the gunman and killer Joe Erin and his men, and together they are hired by the Emperor Maximillian and the Marquis Henri de Labordere to escort the...

Cast

Gary Cooper

Gary Cooper

Benjamin Trane

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

Joe Erin

Denise Darcel

Denise Darcel

Countess Marie Duvarre

Cesar Romero

Cesar Romero

Marquis Henri de Labordere

Sara Montiel

Sara Montiel

Nina

Ernest Borgnine

Ernest Borgnine

Donnegan

Charles Bronson

Charles Bronson

Pittsburgh

George Macready

George Macready

Emperor Maximilian

Jack Elam

Jack Elam

Tex

James McCallion

James McCallion

Little-Bit

Morris Ankrum

Morris Ankrum

Gen. Ramírez

James Seay

James Seay

Abilene

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Vera Cruz (1954), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

After the American Civil War, mercenaries travel to Mexico to fight in their revolution for money. The former soldier and gentleman Benjamin Trane meets the gunman and killer Joe Erin and his men, and together they are hired by the Emperor Maximillian and the Marquis Henri de Labordere to escort the Countess Marie Duvarre to the harbor of Vera Cruz.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Vera Cruz. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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