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Mercenaries of the Rio Grande (1965)

5.819651h 41mDE
AdventureWestern

Directed by Robert Siodmak

Rating

5.8/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

DE

Release

March 4, 1965

Director

Robert Siodmak

Overview

Dr. Karl Sternau, the personal physician of the count Bismarck, who spent much of his youth in Mexico, is sent back to that country during the occupation by French troops in the service of the Austrian 'Emperor' Maximilian, to carry an encouraging letter from U.S. President Lincoln to the nationalis...

Cast

Lex Barker

Lex Barker

Dr. Karl Sternau

Gérard Barray

Gérard Barray

Count Alfonso di Rodriganda y Sevilla

Rik Battaglia

Rik Battaglia

Captain Lazoro Verdoja

Michèle Girardon

Michèle Girardon

Josefa

Alessandra Panaro

Alessandra Panaro

Rosita Arbellez

Theresa Lorca

Theresa Lorca

Karja

Ralf Wolter

Ralf Wolter

Andreas Hasenpfeffer

Fausto Tozzi

Fausto Tozzi

Benito Juarez

Hans Nielsen

Hans Nielsen

Don Pedro Arbellez

Gustavo Rojo

Gustavo Rojo

Lieutenant Potoca

Kelo Henderson

Kelo Henderson

Frank Wilson

Jean-Roger Caussimon

Jean-Roger Caussimon

Marshal Bazaine

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Mercenaries of the Rio Grande (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dr. Karl Sternau, the personal physician of the count Bismarck, who spent much of his youth in Mexico, is sent back to that country during the occupation by French troops in the service of the Austrian 'Emperor' Maximilian, to carry an encouraging letter from U.S. President Lincoln to the nationalist Mexican president Benito Juarez.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Mercenaries of the Rio Grande. 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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