Don Quijote cabalga de nuevo
Don Quijote cabalga de nuevo

Don Quijote cabalga de nuevo

1973Movie132 minSpanish

A new vision of the Knight of the sad figure, which lives obsessed by the chivalry and its codes of honor. Accompanied by his unusual squire Sancho Panza, Don Quixote recalls some of the adventures they've shared.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Roberto GavaldónGenres: Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In this reimagining of the classic tale, the eccentric knight Don Quixote, accompanied by his loyal squire Sancho Panza, embarks on a series of adventures across Spain. They encounter windmills they mistake for giants, rescue damsels in distress, and grapple with the absurdities of the world around them, all while Quixote upholds his chivalric ideals.

Critical Reception

The film is primarily remembered for the performance of Mexican comedic legend Cantinflas in the titular role. While it brought the beloved character to a new audience, critical reception was mixed, with some praising the comedic elements and others finding the adaptation lacking in depth compared to the original novel.

What Reviewers Say

  • Cantinflas brings his unique comedic style to the role of Don Quixote.
  • The film offers a lighthearted and adventurous take on the classic story.
  • Visuals and production values are decent for its time, though not consistently remarkable.

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Fun Fact

This was one of Cantinflas's final films before his retirement from acting.

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