For Greater Glory: The True Story of Cristiada
2012 · Movie · R · 145 min · ★ 6.8 · 28% critics
Set during the Cristeros War in late-1920s Mexico, this historical drama follows communities pushed into rebellion as the government moves to secularize the country and restrict public worship. As violence escalates, ordinary people are forced to weigh family, faith, and freedom against the cost of taking a stand.
Also known as Cristiada
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Details
- Years
- 2012
- Release date
- 2012-06-01
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
- Runtime
- 145 min
- Critic score
- 28/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.8/10 (170 votes)
- Box office
- $10,173,682
- Budget
- $12,000,000
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a serious, faith-and-freedom war drama based on real events, with intense moments and big emotions; Not for you if you dislike graphic violence, slow stretches, or political/religious debate like in 12 Strong.
Pros: gripping true-history subject; emotional stakes; strong performances | Cons: uneven pacing; stiff early scenes; feels one-sided
Themes
- based on true story
- catholic
Cast & crew
Eva Longoria
as Tulita
Andy Garcia
as Enrique Gorostieta Velarde
Oscar Isaac
as Victoriano 'El Catorce' Ramirez
Peter O'Toole
as Father Christopher
Rubén Blades
as Président Calles
Catalina Sandino Moreno
as Adriana
Mau Kuri
as Jose
Adrian Alonso
as Lalo
Eduardo Verástegui
as Anacleto Gonzales Flores
Nestor Carbonell
as Mayor Picazo
Directed by Dean Wright