Viva Max!

Viva Max!

Some heroes are born. Some are made. Some are mistakes.

G 1969 · 93 min · ★ 5.4 · Comedy

In order to prove his greatness to his unimpressed girlfriend, Mexican general Max takes a group of men across the border and recaptures the Alamo - international hijinks ensue!

Directed by Jerry Paris · Written by Elliott Baker

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