Arriba El Norte
Arriba El Norte

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Arriba El Norte

1949
Movie
75 min
Spanish

Husband and wife are reunited after a twenty-year misunderstanding; their grown daughter has her eye on a fella.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jaime SalvadorGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In the post-revolutionary north of Mexico, a man named El Norte seeks revenge for the death of his father. He finds himself in conflict with a ruthless landowner and his gang. Along the way, he forms alliances and faces numerous challenges as he fights for justice and his family's honor.

Critical Reception

Arriba El Norte is a classic Mexican Western that depicts the rugged landscape and social tensions of its era. While not a mainstream blockbuster, it is recognized for its authentic portrayal of the Northern Mexican setting and its compelling revenge narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its depiction of rural Mexican life and post-revolutionary atmosphere.

  • Appreciated for its traditional Western storytelling and revenge plot.

  • Noted for its authentic portrayal of the Northern Mexican landscape.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Mexican Westerns, often referred to as 'Churro Westerns,' that gained popularity in the mid-20th century, drawing inspiration from American Westerns but incorporating distinct Mexican cultural and historical elements.

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