Animas Trujano is a colorful but irresponsible Indian in a small Mexican village. He hopes above all things someday to be chosen mayordomio of his village, a place of great honor usually conferred upon the wealthiest and most respected citizens. Animas has a loyal wife, but cheats on her and gambles away every cent they raise. Chances arise for Animas to turn over a new leaf and even hope realistically for the honor of mayordomio.
Acting
Mifune learned Spanish phonetically—his physical performance carries everything.
Production
Bizarre international co-production actually works somehow.
Director
Ismael Rodríguez
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mifune was already a global star from Kurosawa's films; this was his attempt to break into Western cinema through Mexico, not Hollywood.
Director Ismael Rodríguez specifically wanted Mifune after seeing Rashomon, believing his expressive face needed no dialogue.
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