Challenge of McKenna

Challenge of McKenna

1970 · 96 min · ★ 5.2 · Western

A former priest becomes embroiled in the drama raging between a Mexican rancher, his unhappy daughter and psychotic son whilst dealing with his own issues of guilt and a loss of faith. A new relationship with the local brothel keeper seems to offer a fresh start but the rancher and his son are set on making him pay for his interference and his own inner demons are never far away.

Directed by León Klimovsky · Written by Antonio Viader

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