The Shadow of the Tyrant

The Shadow of the Tyrant

1960 · 129 min · ★ 7.0 · History, Drama, Thriller

In 1920s Mexico, the candidates being chosen to succeed the current president, El Caudillo, find themselves at his mercy as he will resort to anything to accomplish his will, including kidnapping, betrayal, and murder.

Directed by Julio Bracho · Written by Julio Bracho

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