The Milagro Beanfield War [Blu-ray]

The Milagro Beanfield War [Blu-ray]

Director: Robert Redford Cast: Chick Vennera
Chick Vennera
, Richard Bradford
Richard Bradford
, Carlos Riquelme
Carlos Riquelme
Robert Redford
The Milagro Beanfield War [Blu-ray]

The Milagro Beanfield War [Blu-ray]

Director: Robert Redford Cast: Chick Vennera
Chick Vennera
, Richard Bradford
Richard Bradford
, Carlos Riquelme
Carlos Riquelme
Robert Redford

Blu-ray (Subtitled)

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Overview

It's advisable to know from the beginning of The Milagro Beanfield War that "milagro" is the Spanish word for "miracle." The scene is a rundown Hispanic community in New Mexico, bordering a posh housing development. In full control of the local water rights, the powers-that-be are secure in the belief that they'll be able to expand their development without resistance from the locals. No one can foresee that impoverished farmer Joe Mondragon (Chick Vennera), during a burst of frustrated rage, will accidentally open a heretofore hidden sluice, thereby providing free water for his bean field. At first, the locals are against Mondragon's "insurrection," reasoning that the new housing development will provide jobs. But with the help of Charlie Bloom (John Heard), a burned-out '60s activist who now runs the community newspaper, Mondragon becomes the hero of the hour, the spiritual leader of an ever-growing "no development" movement. The evil land developers send their minions to intimidate or coerce Mondragon; each time, however, he is seemingly protected from harm by divine intervention. When Mondragon is forced to shoot a trespasser on his land, it looks as though his luck has run out. Chased into the hills by private detective Kyril Montana (Christopher Walken), Mondragon is once more rescued in the nick of time by what appears to be a miracle. And there are more wonders to behold before fade-out time! Whimsical, yes, but thanks to its hand-picked ensemble cast (including Sonia Braga, Rubén Blades, James Gammon, Daniel Stern, Freddy Fender, M. Emmet Walsh, and Melanie Griffith) the film remains totally credible throughout. Adapted by John Nichols and David Ward from Nichols' own novel, The Milagro Beanfield War may be the most likeable "liberal-tract" film of the 1980s. Robert Redford's appropriately Capraesque direction is matched by Dave Grusin's vibrant Oscar-winning musical score.

Product Details

Release Date: 09/29/2020
UPC: 0738329250263
Original Release: 1988
Rating: R
Source: Kl Studio Classics
Region Code: A
Presentation: [Wide Screen]
Sound: [DTS 5.1-Channel Surround Sound]
Language: English
Time: 1:57:00
Sales rank: 24,316

Special Features

Audio commentary by star Chick Vennera and film historian/filmmaker Daniel Kremer; Theatrical trailer; 1920x1080p

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Chick Vennera Joe Mondragon
Richard Bradford Ladd Devine
Carlos Riquelme Amarante Cordova
Julie Carmen Nancy Mondragon
James Gammon Horse Thief Shorty
Melanie Griffith Flossie Devine
John Heard Charlie Bloom
Daniel Stern Herbie Platt
Christopher Walken Kyril Montana
Freddy Fender Mayor Sammy Cantu
Tony Genaro Nick Rael
Jerry Hardin Emerson Capps
Ronald G. Joseph Jerry G
Mario Arrambide Carl
China Bell Devine's Friend
Robert Carricart Coyote Angel
Rubén Blades Sheriff Montoya
Juanita Nicholas Devine's Friend
M. Emmet Walsh The Governor
Sônia Braga Ruby Archuleta,Actor
Gene Ornales Governor's Office Staff
Frederico Roberto Senile Brigade
Pablo Trujillo Senile Brigade
Lynda Witz Governor's Office Staff
Alberto Morín Senile Brigade
Mike Gomez Milagro Townsperson
Rudy Fernandez Milagro Townsperson
Dave Grusin Composer
Jimmy Martinez Milagro Townsperson
Eric Treisman Devine's Friend
Nat Shipman Devine's Friend
Margo Cutler Devine's Friend
Patricio Chavez Devine's Friend
Basil Hoffman Governor's Office Staff
Natividad Vacío The Senile Brigade
Eloy Vigil The Senile Brigade,Milagro Townsperson
Sam Vlahos Governor's Office Staff
Tom Connor Dancing Angel
Trinidad Silva Milagro Townsperson
Consuelo Luz Milagro Townsperson
Philip Mead Governor's Office Staff
Ronald C. Frazier Governor's Office Staff
Olga Merediz Milagro Townsperson
Leandro Cordova Milagro Townsperson
Eva Cantu Milagro Townsperson,Milagro Townsperson,Milagro Townsperson
Astrea Romero Milagro Townsperson,Milagro Townsperson
Donald Salazar Milagro Townsperson
Victoria Plata Milagro Townsperson
Fredrick Lopez Milagro Townsperson
Cletus Tafoya Milagro Townsperson
Eddie G. Baros Milagro Townsperson

Technical Credits
Moctesuma Esparza Producer
Gary J. Hendler Executive Producer,Producer
Robert Redford Director,Producer
Tom Ward Special Effects,Screenwriter
John Nichols Screenwriter
Mike Reedy Special Effects
Mickey Gilbert Stunts
William C. Carruth Sound Effects
Robert Jones Screenwriter
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