Man of La Mancha

– In the sixteenth century, Miguel de Cervantes, poet, playwright, and part-time actor, has been arres..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.60 / 10
Duration:
2 Hours and 12 Minutes
Release Year:
1972
Man of La Mancha (1972)

In the sixteenth century, Miguel de Cervantes, poet, playwright, and part-time actor, has been arrested, together with his manservant, by the Spanish Inquisition. They are accused of presenting an entertainment offensive to the Inquisition. Inside the huge dungeon into which they have been cast, the other prisoners gang up on Cervantes and his manservant, and begin a mock trial, with the intention of stealing or burning his possessions. Cervantes wishes to desperately save a manuscript he carries with him and stages, with costumes, makeup, and the participation of the other prisoners, an unusual defense--the story of Don Quixote.

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Man of La Mancha (1972) - Trailer

Release Date:

08 Sep 1973

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Arthur Hiller

Writer:

Dale Wasserman (musical play), Dale Wasserman (screenplay)

Main Actors:

Peter O'Toole, Sophia Loren, James Coco, Harry Andrews

Plot:

This musical version of Don Quixote is framed by an incident allegedly from the life of its author, Miguel de Cervantes. Don Quixote is the mad, aging nobleman who embarrasses his respectable family by his adventures. Backed by his faithful sidekick Sancho Panza, he duels windmills and defends his perfect lady Dulcinea (who is actually a downtrodden whore named Aldonza).

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins & 2 nominations.

Production:

United Artists

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
46%