La Pastorela: The Shepherd's Tale
1991-12-23 · 79 min · ★ 4.8
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.
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- Directors
- Luis Valdez
- Production companies
- Richard Soto Productions, El Teatro Campesino
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Linda RonstadtSan Miguel
Paul RodríguezSatanas
Robert BeltranLuzbel
León SingerEl Hermitano
Cheech MarinEl Cosmico
Don NovelloFather Guido Sarducci
Freddy FenderTebano the Younger
Mario PardoCucharon
Miguel SandovalBartolo
Lupe OntiverosParranda
Lakin ValdezLouie DiazTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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