Stronghold

Stronghold

Rebellion scorched the enemy's mightiest...

NR 1951 · 72 min · ★ 5.8 · Adventure, Romance, War

In 1850s Mexico, the beautiful owner of a silver mine is kidnapped by a bandit leader, who needs money to finance his revolt against the Emperor Maximilian.

Directed by Steve Sekely · Written by Wells Root

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