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El Cid
Spanish One sheet movie poster for the 1961 epic historical drama film,
El Cid. The film stars Charlton Heston in the title role of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, an 11th-century Castilian knight, and Sophia Loren as his wife, Jimena.
Key Information

Directed by: Anthony Mann
Produced by: Samuel Bronston
Release Date: December 6, 1961 (London premiere)
Plot: The film loosely follows the life of the Spanish national hero, "El Cid" (Arabic for "The Lord"), as he navigates court intrigue, a tumultuous relationship with his wife, and his ultimate campaign to unify Christian Spain and repel an invasion by the North African Almoravides.
Awards: The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Music Score.
Filming: The large-scale production was filmed on location in Spain and Italy and notably used the Spanish armed forces as thousands of extras for the battle scenes.
El Cid - Mounted (Poster)
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