Weeping for a Bandit

Weeping for a Bandit

1964 · 100 min · ★ 5.8 · History, Drama

José María "El Tempranillo" fleeing from justice, takes refuge in Sierra Morena. After a period of hard learning, he becomes the leader of a group of bandits.

Directed by Carlos Saura · Written by Mario Camus

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