Review of Viva Zapata! (1952) by Armida R — 22 Apr 2008

Probably the best un-noticed performance of Brando,.

This review of Viva Zapata! (1952) was written by Armida R on 22 Apr 2008.

Viva Zapata! has generally received positive reviews.

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By Matthew L (1,720) on 12 Jun 2008

Well made film, I don't know too much about zapata and neede a bit more info. Brando, quinn terffic. has aged well…

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By Elton G (60) on 05 Nov 2008

Really enjoyed the movie, the dialogues, acting, everything, classic…

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By Esin D (3) on 22 Apr 2008

Zapata deserved better ones! over-didactic…

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By Les E (496) on 11 Jan 2014

Kazan's biopic on the life of the key figure and charismatic leader in the Mexican revolution is heavily romanticised and relies on a great…

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By Thibault L (11) on 22 Apr 2008

Amazing story... which give birth to a terrible dispute between Brando and Quinn which last almost till the end of their lives…

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By Karambir R (10) on 27 Feb 2009

Its a classic. a great film, but this is drowned by the other 2 punches from brando kazan - streetcar and waterfront…

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By Damien K (305) on 09 Jul 2009

Marlon Brando is great actor but watching him play the legendary hero was weird…

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By Jay N (1,399) on 21 Aug 2013

Sluggish, miscast drama surprisingly pedestrian considering the talent involved…

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By Leonardo - Malacay - S (1,068) on 26 Jan 2009

Biografía de Emiliano Zapata he de reconocer que el cine biográfico es de todo mi gusto y mas cuando esta también elaborado en este caso…

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By Jack G (1,167) on 21 Apr 2009

Director Elia Kazan and actor Marlon Brando were the ideal combination, and this film is just another piece of evidence…

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